Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Fairbanks Morse, LLC in; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairbanks Morse, LLC in Beloit, WI is seeking a production supervisor to plan, direct and supervise 20–25 direct labor employees involved in engine assembly and related components. You will ensure safety, schedule production, and manage inventory and budgets.

The role requires strong communication, project management, and lean training, with experience in engineering drawings and ERP/Oracle systems. A hands-on leader who can foster teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in project management within industrial manufacturing.
• Lean training or experience with lean visual management and problem solving.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and supervise 20–25 direct labor employees in engine assembly.
• Ensure a safe environment by enforcing safety policies and investigations.
• Plan and execute production schedules to meet requirements.
• Maintain accurate WIP/FGI inventory and minimize lead times.
• Drive productivity through lean initiatives and standard work.
• Motivate, coach and cross-train employees as needed.
• Develop and manage expense budgets for the department.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Interpersonal skills

Lean training

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Engineering/Manufacturing

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Oracle

Word

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.