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G&W Electric in Illinois seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations and guide a team toward productivity and quality goals. You will balance safety, quality, cost and morale while driving continuous improvement across value streams.
Key responsibilities include leading lean initiatives, coordinating with operations and planning teams, and ensuring timely completion of production targets.
Production Supervisor Reporting to the Production Manager Site Operations Leader this role is responsible for supervising the day to day manufacturing operations and performance of employees for a designated value stream This position plans and assigns work implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods equipment operating procedures and working conditions As a Production Supervisor you will Balance quality productivity cost safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas Seeking to meet and improve schedule dates reduce process times reduce inventory levels increase the utilization of resources and manage department prioritiesControl manpower and materials needed to complete jobs accurately and on timeGuidesmonitors group toward its goals ensures employees productivity resolve problems has authority to change work roles and work distributionAssist in initiating implementing and leading continuous improvement activities assisting in researching new processes procedures and equipment that may improve throughput quality and profitabilityContinuously evaluate and improve manufacturing processes through lean concepts and Six Sigma partnering with Operational Excellence to establish value stream priorities and implement improvements while driving a lean cultureSupervise the work of manufacturing employeesTrack absenteeism and maintain and approve timekeeping recordsEnsure effective employee relations by providing employee mentoring and development and resolving employee issues through coaching and problem resolutionMake employment decisionsArrange for training to develop the employees work skills to improve department throughput and reduce scraprework through coaching and trainingRecommend disciplinary actionsEvaluate and update the performance of team members against their job requirements and performance goals within the time frame designated for their position levelEnsure employees personal safety by providing safety training for all aspects of the job and departmentLead activities needed to perform accident investigations safety observations and hazard mappingWork with Warehouse Manager to maintain proper inventory levels for optimum productivityCoordinate projects with other supervisors and departmentsMonitor production schedules and results and inform management and peers regarding production delays and other related issuesManage departmental performance measures including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to managerSupport NPD introductions to production working with technical supervisor and lead to troubleshoot processes reviewing and updating work instructions and training team members to ensure a smooth transitionWork with Supply Chain Planning and QA to resolve parts inventory and quality issues
We are looking for someone who Has 5 7 years progressive experience in a manufacturing environmentHas a minimum of 3 years of experience directing an hourly or manufacturing workforceHolds a High School diploma or GED; A Bachelors Degree is a plusPossesses intermediate computer skills including experience using the MS Office suite a business planning and inventory systemHas excellent problem solving and communication skillsHas extensive knowledge and leadership in the principles and practice of Lean Six Sigma 5P andor other continuous improvement models; participated in related improvement projectsThe Physical Demands of the job are General Office Environment PC useLight Lifting occasional 25 lbs or less Stooping Standing
Typical pay is 71200 92600 annually Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline Pay is based upon candidate skills experience and qualifications This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical Dental and Vision InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityLife InsuranceHealth club membership program and reimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement401 kAnnual Profit SharingVacationAir conditionedheated state of the art manufacturing facility
About G&W Electric Innovating since 1905 G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe reliable electricity Our culture is focused on employee success so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive Learn more about our company by watching this video httpswwwyoutubecomwatchvDMtAhsdYeUQ G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality innovation and world class customer service to the power industry We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team based organization Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service performance and innovation As a global organization and industry leader we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success As part of our organization you also help power the world
G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law G&W Electric participates in the E Verify process for all new hires G&W Electric participates in the E Verify process for all new hires VEVRAA Federal Contractor