SOFT GOODS PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

ADP, Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

David Clark Company in Worcester, MA, is seeking a Soft Goods Production Supervisor to lead direct reports, manage daily operations, and relentlessly pursue quality and productivity objectives.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree, 10 years of manufacturing and sewing experience, plus specialized training. This full-time, on-site role runs Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a salary range of $65,000 to $68,000 annually. Strong English and MS Office skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing or related field.
• 10 years of manufacturing and sewing experience.
• Specialized training or certification required.
• Must read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise stitchers, fabricators, cutters, and sewing machine mechanics.
• Train and instruct new hires on procedures.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the soft goods production department.
• Plan work schedules, staffing, and production sequences for productivity.
• Address equipment issues, order parts, and coordinate with departments.

Skills

English proficiency

MS Office

Attention to detail

US measurements

Education

Bachelor's degree

10 years experience

Sewing experience

Specialized training

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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SOFT GOODS PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

Full Time Supervisor Worcester, MA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1314

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $68,000.00 Annually

Hours: 7am-3:30pm
Monday-Friday

JOB SUMMARY

The Soft Goods Production Supervisor is responsible for directly supervising and leading direct reports, while achieving quality and production objectives.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the essential duties required:

• Supervise stitchers, sonic sealers, link-net fabricators, cutters and sewing machine mechanics.
• Train and instruct new hires on all required procedures.
• Manages aspects of the day-to-day operations of the soft goods production department.
• Plans and establishes work schedules, staffing requirements, and production sequences to maximize productivity.
• Address any equipment breakdowns or concerns, purchase parts, contact appropriate departments for assistance.
• Maintain and order production floor, stock items used for fabrication, i.e. masking tape containers etc.
• Research and purchase new equipment i.e., new sewing machines.
• Requisition proper parts for production assemblies.
• Prepare Zero – Defect Program Report, Monthly.
• Order and maintain floor stock.
• Other duties as required.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Employee requires little supervision. Work is not regularly reviewed by a supervisor.
• Employee exercises broad discretion on matters of significance within functional areas.
• Employee advises others within the organization on matters within area of expertise.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with Human Resources to recruit, interview and hire new employees.
• Performance reviews and reviews for compensation increases.
• Approve timecards for all direct reports.
• Establish and maintain departmental emergency evacuation plan.
• Maintain employee training logs.
• Oversees the work of others within department. Manages performance of staff and makes recommendations for hiring and firing.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Well versed in the U.S. measuring system, especially fractions of an inch.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Attention to detail and strong communication skills required.
• Position requires employee to utilize and understand simple formatting and use of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 10 Years of experience.
• Manufacturing and sewing experience.
• Specialized training or certification required.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands/Efforts

• Attention to small details.
• Manual dexterity to work with required materials when required.
• Little or no physical exertion.

Mental & Visual Demands/Efforts

• Considerable mental concentration to effectively execute complex tasks.
• Work requires frequent visual effort for extended periods of time.

Work Environment and Hazards

• Some exposure to heat, dust or other factors of minor inconvenience.
• Infrequent exposure to hazards that require the exercise of caution with little likelihood of injury.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

David Clark Company complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means that we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

David Clark provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.