Shift Supervisor- THIRD SHIFT

Clarion Technologies, Inc.; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Clarion Technologies, Inc. is seeking a skilled Shift Supervisor in Garland, Texas. This role is centered on supervising and developing manufacturing associates while ensuring adherence to company standards and safety rules.

The qualified candidate will lead a manufacturing team, prioritize daily tasks, and solve problems as they arise. A commitment to effective communication and teamwork is essential, and candidates must have leadership skills and basic computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be able to effectively lead others.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and operating instructions.
• Moderate to heavy physical activity required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise manufacturing department maintaining company standards.
• Communicate priorities and activities to the manufacturing team.
• Coordinate shift efforts to optimize workflow.

Skills

Leadership

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Basic Math Skills

Microsoft Excel Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title

Shift Supervisor

Department

Manufacturing

Position Description

Manufacturing supervisory position with responsibility focused upon the supervision and development of manufacturing associates.

Primary Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Directly supervise manufacturing department maintaining company standards and safety rules.
• Communicate daily priorities and activities to manufacturing team.
• Interpret company policy for associates.
• Control plant logistics cost by appropriate use of freight carrier.
• Coordinate shift efforts to optimize workflow and associate potential.
• Improve stand operation work and system practices.
• Support the Clarion TS16949 or related required applicable standards.
• Update daily production tracking system, making sure data is correct and closed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assign daily work tasks for manufacturing associates, ensuring proper job rotation.
• Initiate First Piece Approval activities.
• Respond to and resolve associate questions, concerns, and improvement suggestions.
• Identify equipment improvements/repairs and initiate work orders.
• Ensure proper packaging and supplies are available for associates use.
• Assist associates with daily functions, running a press and assisting R/Os.
• Complete and issue employee reviews.
• Lead shift to shift hand-off and communication.
• Update customer service as problems affect customer needs.
• Participate and lead, as needed internal problem solving/improvement activities.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Other Requirements

• Associate’s degree or one year of experience or training in a related field.
• Ability to apply common computer skills, includes Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Must be able to effectively lead others.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of associates.
• Ability to read and interpret documents including safety rules, operating instructions, and system docs.
• Perform basic math functions – addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.
• Ability to actively participate in problem solving activities.
• Moderate to heavy physical activity including walking, pushing/pulling, and lifting.
• Must be willing to support overtime during the week and weekends.

Position Key Interfaces

Internal

• All Clarion associates
• Clarion Corporate manufacturing support

External

• Clarion’s customers

Key Measure Accountability

• Safety
• Quality
• Company/Plant Measurables
• Problem solving
• Teamwork/Interpersonal skills
• Judgement/Decision making