Basic Purpose
Reporting to the President, the Production Floor Supervisor manufactures and fabricates parts and sub‑assemblies as needed, supervising staff; organizing and monitoring workflow, and setting up machines for production runs. The Supervisor ensures the plant floor remains in good order and tidiness by all personnel.
Position Responsibilities
- Communicate job expectations and coach, counsel, and discipline employees.
- Recruit, select, orient, and train staff; develop on‑the‑job and performance improvement training.
- Read and interpret material and parts availability reports; understand blueprints.
- Improve workflow by monitoring processes, setting variables, observing control points, and implementing cost reductions.
- Plan production schedules, assign personnel, prioritize tasks, monitor progress, revise schedules, and resolve problems.
- Maintain quality service by enforcing organization standards.
- Ensure equipment operation through correct setup, repairs, and evaluation of new techniques to increase efficiency.
- Compile, analyze, and provide production performance data; respond to requests.
- Recommend system and procedural revisions by analyzing practices and implementing changes.
- Educate personnel on safety and clean workplace; maintain policy compliance.
- Analyze personnel problems, investigate issues, and recommend solutions.
- Keep technical knowledge current through workshops, publications, and industry research.
- Contribute to team effort as needed.
- Participate in required training.
- Interact with vendors or third‑party manufacturers to ensure timely service and parts delivery.
- Support the President as required.
- Act as a positive example in behavior, integrity, commitment, and policy compliance.
Education
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience
Ten years of related experience, including five years in supervisory roles.
Knowledge & Skills
- Supervision, coaching, training, process management, and process improvement.
- Production planning and prioritization.
- Machine setup and operation (Hydraulic Press Brake, Power Shears, Sheet Roller, Punch Press, Milling Machines, Lathes, English Wheel, Rubber Pad Press).
- Ability to handle complex manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of aerospace aluminum sheet and extrusion materials.
- Blueprint interpretation.
- Measurement and calculation proficiency.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to lift, push, or pull at least 70 lbs.