Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Fairbanks Morse, LLC; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse, LLC seeks an experienced Production/Manufacturing Supervisor to lead 20–25 direct labor employees in engine assembly and related components. You will plan schedules, enforce safety policies, and drive lean improvements across the department.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial manufacturing, strong communication and project management, and, ideally, experience with ERP systems and large engines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or Bachelor’s in Engineering or Manufacturing is highly preferred.
• 5 years minimum experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, project management and organizational skills.
• Self-starter with minimal supervision and a results-driven approach.
• Experience with large industrial equipment or engine assembly preferred.
• Union environment experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and supervise 20–25 direct labor employees.
• Ensure a safe environment by applying safety policies and investigations when needed.
• Plan and execute production schedules to meet requirements.
• Maintain inventory control of WIP and finished goods with lean planning.
• Develop productivity improvements through lean initiatives and standard work.
• Motivate and coach employees, assess skills and initiate cross-training.
• Develop and manage department budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Oracle

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Summary

Plan, direct and supervise between direct labor employees who manufacture/assembly products to support engine construction and aftermarket components.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and supervise between 20-25 direct labor employees who assemble large engines, associated components, and engine skids.
  • Key workforce skills include assembly, piping and electrical expertise
• Ensure a safe environment for employees through adherence to safety policies, assessing and eliminating hazards, improving housekeeping standards, conducting incident investigations, and implementing corrective action.
• Plan and execute production schedules to meet production requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring accurate inventory control of all WIP and FGI product within the department and minimizing inventory held through efficient planning and achievement of lower lead times
• Develop and realize productivity improvements through lean initiatives, Standard Work Instructions, and process improvements.
• Motivate, monitor, and counsel employees regarding work-related issues and performance. Gage workforce skills and initiate cross training programs as necessary.
• Develop and manage expense budgets for assigned departments.

Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements

• Associate Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing-related field is highly preferred.
• HS Diploma or GED required.
• 5 years minimum experience and a proven track record in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, project management and organizational skills.
• Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision with a result driven approach
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Word and Excel; experience with an ERP system is preferred. Oracle systems experience a plus.
• Formal lean training strongly desired for visual management and problem solving
• Solid understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings, technical plans, and engine schematics.
• Experience with large and complex industrial equipment and/or large engine assembly is strongly preferred. Preferred areas of focus include:
  • Welding/piping knowledge and background
  • Fabrication experience including pipe bending, pressure testing and out of position welding
  • Large and complex assembly including standard work creation for industrial items and/or large engines
  • Understanding of electrical systems such as wiring,
• Previous experience managing and supervising in a union-represented environment desired.