Production Supervisor I

LEAR CORPORATION; Duncan (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Production Supervisor I to lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role involves coaching and supporting employees, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and driving productivity improvements. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of production processes. Join a company renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation, where your contributions will directly impact operational success and employee satisfaction. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and OSHA requirements.
• Ability to manage and motivate production teams effectively.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production employees and ensure quality standards.
• Plan work schedules and assignments to meet production goals.
• Implement training programs for new employees.

Skills

ISO 14001 Compliance

OSHA Standards

Production Efficiency Techniques

Team Management

Problem Resolution

Effective Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Lean Manufacturing Techniques

Kaizen Methodology

Job description

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We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration, inclusion, respect, and excellence. What we are trying to say is we want to be more for you.

We are your path to a better career, a better future, and a better you.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, flawlessly manufactured millions of products, and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we are one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered, inventive, and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR I
DUNCAN, SC (B-SHIFT 7PM-7AM)

As a member of the Operations Team, the Production Supervisor II will be coaching and supporting plant employees in a self-directed, just-in-time environment. Incumbents in this classification are primarily responsible for providing day-to-day supervision and direction to production employees regarding employee assignments, development, productivity, interviewing and selecting group/team leaders, identifying defects, and promoting 5S housekeeping standards. Incumbents must be willing to work the night shift.

The Role:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Maintains outstanding employee relations by inspiring and motivating plant staff to perform at their highest level of efficiency.
• Demonstrates equipment operations and work and safety procedures to new employees or assigns employees to experienced workers for training.
• Observes work, and monitors the assembly line to ensure operators conform to production or quality standards.
• Plans and establishes work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
• Provides training, direction, encouragement, and motivation to prepare employees for their assignments.
• Adjusts coaching techniques based on the strengths and weaknesses of team members.
• Analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of each team member to create developmental strategies.
• Enforces health and safety rules and regulations.
• Resolves team issues or collaborates with employees to assist in problem resolution.
• Reviews production schedules to determine work sequences and coordinate with the material department.
• Monitors workstations to ensure proper performance and appropriate use of materials.
• Recommends and implements measures to improve worker motivation, equipment performance, work methods, and customer service.
• Generates cost reduction opportunities along with operations to initiate/implement process improvements to reduce costs.
• Coordinates major initiatives and kaizen events.
• Implements and trains MOS & Lean / Sigma processes to employees.
• Coordinates and implements activities related to training, employment, safety, affirmative action, and personnel research. Interprets company policies and enforces safety regulations.
• May recruit, hire, train staff, evaluate employee performance, and recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions.
• Other responsibilities may include assisting the HR manager in overseeing hiring, retention, termination, personnel records, legal compliance, compensation, benefits, and staffing strategies.

Your Qualifications:

• Knowledge of ISO 14001, OSHA, and TS16949 requirements and compliance.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, efficiencies, and techniques for maximizing effective manufacturing and distribution.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including design, use, repair, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of functions within an automotive plant such as maintenance, quality, production control, safety, and materials to oversee and direct employees.
• Knowledge of strategies like product lifecycle management (PLM), just-in-time, and self-directed teams for effective implementation.
• Knowledge of Lear’s organizational rules, regulations, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable environmental and regulatory rules to ensure compliance.
• Ability to create results, build teams, foster trust, and manage resistance to change.
• Ability to assess multiple events and circumstances to establish courses of action.
• Ability to recognize relationships between facts and information to integrate various sources.
• Ability to evaluate alternatives and anticipate consequences to adapt and plan.
• Ability to provide sound rationale and explanations for decisions and actions.
• Ability to communicate objectively without personal biases.
• Ability to take an unpopular stand when necessary.
• Ability to read and understand written information and ideas.
• Ability to analyze problems, ask questions, and gather information to identify causes and solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels and with customers and vendors.
• Ability to multi-task with multiple priorities and time frames.

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Applicants must submit their resume via our applicant tracking system. Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from agencies will not be paid and will become Lear's property.

Location Code: 0012

Nearest Major Market: Spartanburg
Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina