Production Supervisor - Utica, NY

Indium Corporation; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Indium Corporation is seeking a Production Supervisor in Utica, NY to oversee a team of operators on first shift. You will ensure timely completion of orders, apply Lean principles, and maintain safety and quality while mentoring staff and coordinating with other departments.

The role emphasizes leadership, training, documentation, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting, with a focus on reliability and productivity in a high-precision environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 3 years related work experience; associate degree preferred.
• Associates degree preferred; strong mentoring and leadership qualities.
• Knowledge of planning, scheduling, inventory management, work flow, and basic lean concepts.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule activities within area of supervision in collaboration with other departments.
• Direct the activities and formally evaluate the performance of a team of Operators.
• Maintain knowledge of processes and coordinate resources to complete jobs on time and in quality.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Planning

Scheduling

Inventory mgmt

Lean concepts

Organizational skills

Communication

Math skills

Computer basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the accurate and timely completion of job orders and for the assessment, training, oversight, mentoring, evaluation and discipline of a team of operators as they safely perform manual duties to process and complete quality product for timely distribution to Indium customers

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (COMPETENCIES)

• Plan and schedule activities within area of supervision in collaboration with other departments
• Direct the activities and formally evaluate the individual performance of a team of Operators
• Maintain functional knowledge of processes within area of supervision and coordinate resources to ensure jobs are completed on time and in accordance with quality requirements
• Observe, monitor and ensure compliance with all safety requirements and practices, including taking action to stop production if safety is compromised
• Interact effectively with Indium colleagues, suppliers, customers, and auditors
• Access computer systems to complete all required documentation to track work, record scrap, and maintain accurate records of completed parts and required inventory
• Apply Lean manufacturing principles and promote continuous improvement in productivity and in the elimination of waste
• Demonstrate effective leadership and management skills to hire, promote, discipline, transfer, and terminate operators
• Assess Operator abilities, ensure appropriate training, determine competency, maintain training records and monitor Operator development
• Uphold all policies and procedures and resolve conflict
• Review and approve time management records
• Develop and maintain spreadsheets containing operational data and be well-versed in interpreting and presenting key performance metrics based on said data
• Uphold and promote the standards of Indium's quality management system, including following procedures and work instructions, and recommending improvements
• Attend training as needed or assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 3 years related work experience or prior experience as an Indium Corporation Production Group Leader
• Associates degree preferred
• Possess and demonstrate positive mentoring and leadership qualities
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts such as planning, scheduling, inventory management, work flow, and basic lean concepts
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Basic computer skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Treat all co-workers with dignity and respect
• Positive attitude towards work and work environment

SHIFT/SITE

Monday - Friday

1st Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm

111 Business Park Drive, Utica, NY

WAGE DISCLOSURE

The salary range indicated in this posting represents the minimum and maximum of the range for the position. The actual range will vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, prior experience, knowledge, skill and education as they relate to the position’s qualifications, and internal equity.

The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package. Other components include health, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, retirement plan, volunteer opportunities, paid holidays, overtime opportunities, and many more.

$20.00 per hour - $32.75 per hour

($41,500 - $68,000 annually)

Indium Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to building an innovative workforce. All qualified applicants will be given consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, pregnancy status, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.