Production Supervisor D Shift

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Production Supervisor to lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves ensuring production targets are met while fostering a culture of safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing supervision, particularly in the automotive sector, and will excel in leadership and communication. With a commitment to continuous improvement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving organization. Join a forward-thinking team that values dedication and hard work, and enjoy competitive pay along with comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, preferably automotive.
• Strong ability to lead and achieve results through others.
• Good knowledge of production scheduling and capacity planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production targets are met and policies are followed.
• Conduct hiring, training, and performance appraisals.
• Manage departmental performance and provide coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Analysis

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree

Job description

Description

Throughout its’ history, Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc., now Hitachi ASTEMO, has been synonymous with safety, quality, growth, and continuous improvement.Adhering to these core values has enabled us to succeed as a Tier 1 supplier of world-class products to the global automotive market. We are dedicated to ensuring the expectations of our first-rate automotive customers are consistently exceeded.

Our expansion has afforded us a unique opportunity to look for a strategic, dynamic, and forward-thinkingProduction Supervisorlooking to “shift gears” and join the team in our Monroe, GA facility.You offer us your determination and work-ethic; we offer you very competitive pay and top-notch health benefits.

Shift/s Available for This Position:

D shift (Monday through Thursday) 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensures production targets are met by assigning operators’ tasks and working with other departments.
• Ensures that established policies, rules, regulations and procedures are followed.
• Conducts all supervisory responsibilities concerning the hiring, training, counseling and discipline, performance appraisal, and assigning/prioritizing all work for subordinates.
• Ensures effective employee relations. Provides employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through problem resolution.
• Balances quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Works to continuously improve in all areas.
• Manages departmental performance measures, including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to manager.
• Plans and manages technical/manpower capacity and consumables.
• Ensures that teams and team members have the necessary resources and training to accomplish department goals.
• Conducts individual and team coaching sessions to improve performance. Recognizes team accomplishments.
• Conducts accident investigations.
• Manages department priorities.
• Tracks absenteeism and time-keeping.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. College Degreed preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years previous experience in manufacturing environment as a supervisory and/or lead required, preferably within the automotive manufacturing industry.
• Desired candidate will have thorough familiarity with related manufacturing operations, good knowledge of production scheduling, capacity planning and supporting manufacturing functions.
• Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
• An ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost and employee relations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem analysis and resolution.
• Computer skill required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for the direction and supervision of employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position works in a production/warehouse environment. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The performance of this position requires exposure to the manufacturing areas where certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment.

Incomplete submissions will not be considered. Since we only hire the best and want to maintain a safe and pleasant work environment for all, final candidates are subject to drug screen and background checks. Hitachi is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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