Production Supervisor - Assembly

Terex Corporation; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Supervisor in Watertown, SD, where you'll lead a dynamic team in ensuring safety and efficiency on the production line. This role is pivotal in fostering a culture of quality and innovation, as you tackle challenges, implement improvements, and support team development. With a commitment to safety and an inclusive work environment, this position offers a chance to make a real impact while advancing your career in a global industrial leader. If you're passionate about leadership and operational excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

401(k)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Production Team Leader experience required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily safety audits and support 5S actions.
• Monitor production pace and escalate issues as needed.
• Participate in the interview and selection process.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Initiative

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AS or BS degree in Engineering or comparable

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

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Production Supervisor - Assembly

Apply locations USA, SD, Watertown time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id REQ-8870

Job Description:

Join our Team: Production Supervisor - Assembly
Watertown, SD

Join our team at Terex Utilities and embark on an exciting opportunity as we seek a skilled and dedicated Production Supervisor to contribute to the Terex team in Watertown, SD.

At Terex we believe in fostering a vibrant and inclusive work culture where every person is empowered to thrive. We're dedicated to driving quality, innovation, embracing diversity, and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We're committed to excellence in everything we do, and we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion and values to join our team.

What you’ll do

1. Perform daily safety audits to ensure team member safety. Complete problem-solving activities to eliminate safety hazards. Escalate immediate safety concerns and incidents to Safety team. Actively support 5S actions within the plant.
2. Document internal and external quality issues. Discuss internal quality issues with team and complete problem-solving activities to prevent recurring internal quality issues. Escalate external quality issues to Quality team with a sense of urgency.
3. Monitor pace of the line ensuring takt times are met. Escalate production stoppage and develop short term countermeasures. Review daily schedule and sequence to ensure daily goals will be achieved. Plan for team member absences to ensure production goals will be met.
4. Review daily staffing requirements to ensure productivity goals are maintained. Perform problem solving activities to eliminate waste and increase efficiency.
5. Track team member morale and discuss potential opportunities with team.
6. Effectively communicate change to team members.
7. Work with team to complete rapid daily problem solving.
8. Attend improvement events and communicate results and action items with team.
9. Participate in interview and selection process of new team members.
10. Develop cross training plans for team members to learn all tasks within a manufacturing line.
11. Participate in and complete performance evaluations.
12. Coach and help team members understand KPI metrics and behaviors.

What you’ll bring

Required Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or equivalent required
2. Demonstrate excellent leadership skills; at least 2 years of Production Team Leader experience
3. Effectively communicate with all team members, both written and verbal
4. Organizational skills
5. Must be knowledgeable and demonstrate proficiency with MS Word and Excel
6. Maintain the integrity of confidential business and product information
7. Take initiative to recognize areas of opportunity and resolve with appropriate action
8. Identify problems, works towards root cause elimination utilizing appropriate problem-solving methods
9. Continuously search for new and better ways of doing things; challenges the status quo and sets stretch goals; works across boundaries to achieve common goals; strives to continuously improve oneself

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. AS or BS degree in Engineering (Manufacturing), Industrial Management, Business, or comparable degrees; or equivalent experience
2. 5 years of production leadership experience
3. Formal Lean Training and supervision experience a plus

Physical Requirements of the Job

1. Ability to stand/sit for a full 10-hour shift
2. Physical Requirements include the ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and/or awkward items

Salary: The compensation range for this position is $65k - $78k annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc.

Why join us

1. We are a global company, and our culture is defined by our Values — Integrity, Respect, Improvement, Servant Leadership, Courage, and Citizenship.
2. Safety is an absolute way of life. We expect all team members to prioritize safety and commit to Zero Harm.
3. Our top priority is creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels safe, supported, and valued.
4. We make a positive impact by providing innovative solutions, engaging our people, and operating in a sustainable way.
5. We are committed to helping team members reach their full potential.
6. Through innovation and collaboration, our vision remains forward-looking, and we aim to be a catalyst for change, inspiring others to build a better world for generations.

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

About Terex:

Terex Corporation is a global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We design, build, and support products used in maintenance, manufacturing, energy, minerals and materials management, construction, waste and recycling, and the entertainment industry.

Additional Information:

We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.