Production Supervisor (3rd shift)

Hendrickson; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated supervisor to lead and inspire hourly employees in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role focuses on achieving customer service goals, ensuring safety, and fostering teamwork while managing production processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in leadership, problem-solving, and lean manufacturing principles. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will directly impact production quality and efficiency. If you are passionate about continuous improvement and employee development, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a leadership/supervisory role required.
• Experience in manufacturing and familiarity with quality systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise hourly employees to achieve service goals and productivity levels.
• Manage production to meet schedules and customer specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Lean Manufacturing

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BA/BS Degree or Associates degree in Business Management or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft applications

Project Management tools

Job description

Position Purpose:

Supervise hourly employees to achieve established customer service goals, productivity levels, safety requirements, product quality standards and good housekeeping goals. Ensure and promote safety, success, teamwork, and quality in the work environment. Identify problems and develop plans to continuously improve uses/processes of material, machines, and employee resources. Execution of MOS system on shop floor.

Essential Functions:

1. Supervise and conduct daily shift meetings to keep employees aware of production levels, delivery performance, quality, overtime, upcoming events, etc. Track attendance, schedule vacations, ensure compliance to the employee handbook, etc. Provide leadership and discipline to assure a consistent application of the company rules and procedures. Schedule overtime of hourly personnel as required per guidelines.
2. Manage daily staffing and output levels to meet or exceed planned productivity levels. Motivate, provide clear direction and set expectations for hourly personnel.
3. Ensure that all hourly personnel have the training and cross-training needed, tools required and are held accountable to set expectations. Coach team members in the areas of productivity, code of conduct, teamwork QPDS and provide any other assistance deemed necessary to meet the manufacturing team objectives.
4. Manage the production of parts to meet or exceed production schedules and customer/design specifications to be at or below planned customer concern and scrap levels. Participate in problem-solving teams, utilizing 8D methodologies, to identify root cause and corrective actions to correct quality-related issues, ensure any resulting corrective actions are implemented and sustained.
5. Participate in production planning, quality system development, hourly training, development and implementation of new systems.
6. Ensure employee safety by ensuring all safety devices are in use and the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times. Report all accident/near misses to the operations manager and safety manager within 24 hours. Assist with implementing and sustaining corrective actions. Ensure associates within a specific production area attend all safety-related training events.
7. Support continuous improvement efforts within a specific production area. Maintain 5S, TPM initiatives within production area responsibilities. Continually search for process improvements to improve Quality, Productivity, Delivery, Safety and Cost Metrics. Apply Lean concepts to improve production and participate in Manufacturing Excellence initiatives.

Education and Training

Required: Academic: High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred: Academic: BA/BS Degree or Associates degree Major: Business Management or Engineering or the equivalent in practical experience and/or specialized training.

Minimum Qualifications

Number of years required: 1 yr. Leadership/Supervisory role Preferred Experience: 1-3 years of supervisor experience, machining & rubber molding experience preferred. Previous job experience required: Manufacturing and Supervisory experience, Familiarity with Quality systems and processes, Lean Manufacturing, Knowledge of OSHA and other safety regulations. Equipment: Good Computer skills, Microsoft applications, Project Management skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Additional Information:

• Requisition ID: 250000DK