Shop Supervisor

Steele Solutions Inc.; Tiffin, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Steele Solutions Inc. in Tiffin, OH is seeking a Shop Supervisor to lead a manufacturing team under the Plant Manager. You will monitor performance, drive productivity, and ensure products meet customer requirements while implementing cost-saving process improvements.

Responsibilities include scheduling, coaching staff, coordinating with purchasing and maintenance, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 1 year of supervisory and/or leadership experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and use basic math.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workflow of shop employees and ensure goals/deadlines are met.
• Coordinate production schedules and delegate work assignments.
• Review shortages with purchasing and adjust schedules accordingly.
• Provide coaching and training to shop staff and ensure safety rules are followed.
• Maintain production paperwork and quality records.

Skills

Communications Skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Computer competency

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

3+ years manufacturing experience

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Regular Full Time Management Tiffin, OH, US

Summary

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, the Shop Supervisor is responsible for overseeing a team of employees, monitoring their overall performance, and ensuring that the product meets customer satisfaction. The Shop Supervisor will also be responsible for developing and implementing process improvement plans to reduce cost, improve quality, and look for ways to grow the business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Manage workflow of shop employees
• Ensure goals and deadlines are being met
• Understand the set up and operation of all machines in the manufacturing area
• Check and oversee inventory for count and proper materials
• Provide coaching and training to shop staff
• Prioritize, plan production schedules, and delegate work assignments
• Review parts shortages with purchasing, and adjust schedules as necessary
• Participate in planning meetings, recommending space, personnel, and equipment requirements
• Evaluate processes and methods, recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment, performance, utilization of people, and quality of product
• Act as a technical resource to address and resolve inquiries and problems; analyze and resolve work problems, and assist workers in solving work problems.
• Maintain departmental supplies, tools, equipment, and advise to order when necessary
• Ensure the completion of all required production paperwork, records, documentation, such as time cards, quality records, etc.
• Ensure compliance with departmental housekeeping standards and all safety / work rules are followed.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Communications Skills
• Multitasking
• Problem solving
• Computer competency
• Leadership

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma OR GED
• Associates or Bachelor degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is a plus
• 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• At least 1 year of supervisory and/or leadership experience

Other related skills

• Licensed and/or forklift operation preferred
• Proficiency in basic math skills
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Basic computer knowledge (typing, ability to use a mouse, basic computer navigation etc.)

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, production schedules, purchase orders, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write reports, procedure manuals, and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors and other employees of the organization. Bilingual English/Spanish helpful, but not required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, carrying and moving parts, materials, and product. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. Eye and hearing protection is required.