Supervisor Foreman Plant I - Richmond, VA

Reliance, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Metals in the Plant family (Department) oversees daily operations for a functional area within metals processing and distribution. The role includes supervising staff, planning work schedules, ensuring safety standards, and coordinating with other departments to meet production goals.

Ideal candidate has 0-5 years supervisory experience, a high school diploma, knowledge of materials and production processes, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and basic computer proficiency.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years of supervisory experience or equivalent
• High School diploma/GED required
• Knowledge of materials, production processes and machine capability
• Knowledge of company products and uses
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage time
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to make sound decisions based on analysis and experience
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and customers
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily operations for a functional area
• Plan and establish work schedules and process sequences to meet goals
• Routinely inspect production areas and monitor staff for safety and standards
• Analyze specifications and reports to determine production requirements
• Make decisions or recommendations regarding labor needs
• Troubleshoot production issues and assist staff as a technical resource
• Review performance data to measure productivity and identify improvements
• Use inventory models and reports to analyze performance and forecast
• Recommend methods to improve production, equipment and quality
• Coordinate operations within/between departments
• Explain and enforce policies and procedures
• Ensure staff have information needed to do their job and follow up
• Lead group meetings with staff
• Assist in hiring and training
• Provide constructive performance feedback for staff development
• Address staff situations appropriately
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards

Skills

Supervisory experience

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Cooperation

Computer literacy

Materials/process knowledge

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Summary

This job is in the Plant family (Department), which includes positions responsible for supervising or performing work metals processing and distribution work. Work includes specialized equipment operation and/or supporting functions and requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations and the materials, facilities and methods employed by Phoenix Metals in metals processing and distribution.

Physical Requirements

Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Function in the Job

Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

Job Function

• Responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily operations for a functional area that may include multiple departments or areas within the organization.
• Plans and establishes work schedules, assignments, and process sequences to meet production and safety goals.
• Routinely inspects production areas and monitors worker activities to proactively address safety risks and operational standards.
• Analyzes specifications, blueprints, work orders, inventory/production control reports to determine production requirements and schedules.
• Makes decisions or recommendations regarding labor needs.
• Troubleshoots production issues, assists staff with questions and serves as a technical resource for staff.
• Assists with review of performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.
• Utilizes inventory models, schedules, spreadsheets and reports to analyze inventory performance and forecasts.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Recommends changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency.
• Coordinates operations and activities within or between departments or areas.
• Explains and enforces company policies and procedures.
• Ensures staff have the information needed to do their job and follows up in a timely manner, as needed.
• Effectively leads group meetings with staff.
• Assists in the hiring process and/or makes recommendations.
• Ensures that staff are fully trained for the job they are performing.
• Motivates, mentors, trains, and develops staff.
• Prepares and conducts constructive and timely performance feedback for staff development.
• Addresses staff situations appropriately, when required.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Required Skills

• 0-5 years of supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of education and relevant operations experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• High School diploma/GED required.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes and machine capability, material handling, cost, inventory and quality management, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods required.
• Knowledge of company product(s) and their uses required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including analysis, knowledge and experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to initiate and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers as well as internal/external customers required.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $60,000.00/Yr. - USD $60,000.00/Yr. depending on experience, qualifications, and location.