Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

Kobelco Aluminum Products & Extrusions Inc.; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobelco Aluminum Products & Extrusions Inc. in Bowling Green, KY is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the production department, oversee setup and operation of extrusion machinery, and ensure adherence to quality systems.

The role emphasizes developing quality programs under ISO9001 and IATF16949, training staff, scheduling production within cost and quality targets, and driving Kaizen and 5S initiatives while maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Preferably in automotive or extrusion.
• Experience with ISO9001 and IATF16949 quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production department and coordinate machine setup and operations.
• Develop and implement ISO9001 and IATF16949 quality systems.
• Train workers on methods and techniques per quality standards.
• Schedule production to meet cost and quality targets.
• LeadKaizen and 5S improvements.
• Maintain KPI and production metrics; manage personnel data.
• Enforce safety and PPE usage.

Skills

Supervision

Manufacturing

Lean/Kaizen

Quality control

Non-ferrous metals

Education

Four-year degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Production Supervisor

Location: Bowling Green, KY, 42101

Job Summary

Supervises and coordinates the activities of the production department in setting up and operation of production machines in the production of aluminum extrusion parts; develop and implement quality systems (ISO9001 and IATF16949) and audits; trains workers by explaining and demonstrating work methods and techniques in accordance with quality systems; schedules production within specific cost and quality standards.

Supervises and coordinates the activities of the production department in setting up and operation of production machines in the production of aluminum extrusion parts; develop and implement quality systems (ISO9001 and IATF16949) and audits; trains workers by explaining and demonstrating work methods and techniques in accordance with quality systems; schedules production within specific cost and quality standards.

Essential Functions

• Expert in managing people.
• Requires constant physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as standing, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying forging products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Requires the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed and leading by example when it comes to all safe work practices.
• Performs work and development according to documented standards and ISO9001 and IATF16949.
• Reviews production jobs and schedules to ascertain product data, such as types, quantities, and specifications of products to plan production department operations and meets with manager and shift leader to explain details of jobs prior to assigning out to produce.
• Plans production operation, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production process and methods, and workforce requirements.
• Reviews production and operation reports and resolves operational and maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays.
• Manage all processes to KPI and production needs.
• Inspects equipment to ensure specific operational performance and confers with personnel to establish production, quality control standards, and continuous process improvement.
• Initiate 5S and safety improvements.
• Document production and production problems, then communicate solutions to all levels of the organization.
• Regularly reviews jobs and coordinates with department managers to ascertain and plan production schedules.
• Trains workers by explaining product specifications and by demonstrating work methods and techniques.
• Monitors training and evaluates skill levels and development of operators.
• Inspects finished product for conformance to specifications.
• Develops and implements new product launches in accordance with quality systems standards.
• Supervises all production department employees and initiates personnel action such as safety training, promotions, performance reports, transfers, discharges, disciplinary measures, and resolves workers grievances.
• Manage all personnel data using HRIS to document coaching, PTO, points, etc. for all direct reports.
• Performs other duties as required.

Job Related Functions

• Supervisory and organizational skills; computer and mechanical skills; knowledge of production process and properties of non-ferrous metals (preferred).
• Observes OSHA, EPA and Company rules and regulations concerning personal safety.
• Exposed to temperature extremes.
• Enforces company policies.
• Responsible for Kaizen and 5S.

Educational Requirements

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• 2 years or more supervisory experience in manufacturing environment.
• Preferably in automotive or extrusion.