Samples Supervisor

Inpro; Muskego (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Supervisor to lead the Samples Department. This role involves overseeing the fabrication, assembly, and shipping of high-quality product samples while ensuring a safe and organized work environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a proven track record in manufacturing. You'll be responsible for managing a team, coordinating resources, and implementing new processes to meet customer expectations. Join this innovative firm and make a significant impact on operational improvements and team success.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Contributions

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Vision Insurance

Employee Discount

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing and supervisory experience required.
• Proven leadership ability to manage and motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fabrication, assembly, and shipping functions.
• Train new employees and maintain production schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Lean Six Sigma (LSS)

LEED Certification

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Description

Description

Job Summary: Oversee and coordinate the fabrication, assembly, and shipping functions of the Samples Department to ensure high-quality samples of all InPro products. Lead a team to meet or exceed customer expectations while maintaining a safe and organized facility.

Primary Duties

• Direct, coordinate, and schedule departmental labor resources.
• Complete needed purchase order requisitions to maintain proper purchased product inventory.
• Coordinate the cutting, fabrication, and assembly of all components to make finished product samples.
• Work with outside suppliers as needed.
• Ensure the daily shipping of all samples as requested by sales.
• Assist in ordering materials.
• Train new employees.
• Develop and monitor department production schedules.
• Implement and develop new processes and products.
• Ensure quality requirements and on-time delivery.
• Maintain communication with all manufacturing and office employees.
• Maintain communication with Outside Sales Reps.
• Perform all other assigned duties.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and ship high-quality sample products.
• Manage time and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Assist other supervisors or leads in developing team goals and objectives.
• Hold quarterly one-on-ones with all sample team members.
• Compliance with customer requirements.
• Ensure a motivational atmosphere.
• Act as a liaison between the Plant Manager and shop employees.
• Report potential hazards.
• Set and execute tactical goals as established.
• Foster a culture of individual ownership and entrepreneurship.
• Strive to meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Drive the vision for the future growth and operational improvements.
• Adapt to and thrive in a dynamic, constantly changing environment.
  
  

Specifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Certified InPro or other LSS Green Belt.
• LEED Green Certification.
  
  

Job Relationships

• Reports directly to VP of Global Supply Chain Management and Safety.
• Samples fabrication employees are direct reports.
• Collaborates closely with the Sales, Product Management/Development, Marketing Departments.
• Acts as manager of the production area.
  
  

Authority

• Authority to stop production for non-conforming quality or safety compliance.
• May authorize changes in machine or production schedules for the department.
• Direct assignments and schedules of Samples workforce.
• Delegate responsibilities and direct personnel to needed work areas.
• Make decisions on product conformance to specifications.
• May authorize products to run on deviation according to procedures.
• Authority to mandate overtime where necessary, upon Plant Manager's approval.
• Conduct employee interviews, reviews, and disciplinary actions.
• Enforce company policies and procedures
• Hire and terminate as necessary, with VP assistance.
  
  

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Generous company 401(k) contributions
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Referral program
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Wholesale Building Materials

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