Supervisor, 3rd Shift

Kohler Co.; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Performance bonus

Job summary

Kohler Co. in Union City, TN is seeking a supervisor to lead a group of hourly associates in a high-volume manufacturing setting onsite. You will ensure production aligns with processes, specs, schedules, and budget while enforcing employee relations policies.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Team Leaders, maintaining quality, and driving safety. The role offers day-1 benefits and a performance bonus program, with a salary range listed for this position.

Qualifications

• Requires B.S. degree or higher.
• Minimum 5 years in manufacturing/industrial environment with high volume, high mix processes.
• Experience in Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Experience in ISO/world-class manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Proven project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Analytical and structured approach to problem solving.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Team Leaders to review daily/weekly productivity and production reports.
• Assess raw material performance and inspect for quality; take corrective action.
• Initiate daily corrective actions when goals are not met and inform leadership.
• Oversee equipment inspection and downtime data to ensure proper procedures and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure safety compliance by reviewing reports and conducting safety communications.
• Lead periodic meetings to address safety, health, and process improvements.
• Determine weekly manpower needs based on workload and staffing plans.
• Review subordinate performance and propose promotions or changes as needed.
• Address employee complaints per company policy with upper management.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

ISO world class

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

B.S. degree

Job description

Opportunity

Supervisor will have the responsibility of directing a group of hourly associates within a specific department.

Responsible for products being manufactured in accordance with established production processes, design and technical specifications; for directing the work force in such a manner as to meet approved production schedules within the budgeted cost; and for enforcing the plant’s employee relations policies and procedures.

Work Mode: Onsite

Location

Onsite - Union City, TN

Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate the efforts with Team Leaders through daily and weekly productivity and production reports to ensure maximum efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
• Determine the performance of raw material in production by observation and inspection at various points in the process and take necessary corrective action to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Initiate corrective action, verbally and written, on a daily basis where goals are not being met. Inform Team Leaders of potential problem areas.
• Through visual inspection of equipment and review of parts usage, production data and down time, determine if preventive maintenance and proper operating procedures are being followed. Take appropriate action as indicated.
• Ensure thorough review of safety and accident reports, inspection reports and visual observation, that safety requirements are being met.
• Through periodic meetings with subordinates, assure safety and health matters are communicated and prompt corrective action taken when needed.
• Determine weekly manpower needs by reviewing workload requirements and initiate appropriate action.
• Review performance of subordinates against goals and suggest improvements to ensure a full coordinated effort.
• Recommend to members of upper management promotions, employment, dismissal, or change in compensation of subordinates.
• Receive and process complaints of all subordinates by reviewing the facts as prescribed by the company policy for discussion and review with upper management.

Skills/Requirements

• B.S. Degree is preferred..
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment with emphasis on high volume, high mix manufacturing process (Glass Fabrication experience a definite asset).
• Experience in an ISO/world class certified manufacturing environment preferred.
• Proven project management/cross functional relationship skills.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques.
• Analytical and structured approach to problem solving.
• Leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with all members of the organization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

• We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you’ll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period.
• The salary range for this position is $69,650 - $105,850. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.
• In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

Why Choose Kohler?

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail]. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.