Supervisor II Production

TE Connectivity; Fairmont (MN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

TE Connectivity, a global industrial technology leader, seeks an Operations Supervisor to oversee day-to-day manufacturing in a cell-based environment in Minnesota. You will manage production orders, supplier pots, scheduling, quality, safety, training, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role emphasizes Lean methods (5S, Kaizen, SQDC) and collaboration with engineering. A bachelor’s degree and 2 years supervisory experience are preferred, with strong communication and organizational

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years supervisory experience.
• Telecom/electrical distribution experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production orders and assign to work cells.
• Oversee purchasing of operating supplies.
• Oversee production planning and scheduling.
• Oversee quality within work cells.
• Lead training for equipment operation and safety.
• Implement Lean methodologies (5S, Kaizen) and track SQDC metrics.
• Coordinate with engineering on process changes.
• Oversee safety program and maintain safe work environment.
• Review and report SQDC metrics with cell supervisors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean manufacturing

Quality control

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations in a cell designed production/manufacturing environment.

Job Requirements

• Oversee the daily production order activities and assign production orders to work cells.
• Oversee purchasing of all operating supplies.
• Oversee production planning and scheduling, coordinate with shipping requirements.
• Oversee quality of product produced within work cells.
• Oversee training program for new and existing team members in the proper operation of equipment, manufacturing processes and safety rules of the Company. Develop and implement changes as needed.
• Implement Lean methodologies for all work cells supervised; Takt time, 5-S, PM, SQDC metrics maintained.
• Review daily cell metrics using SQDC methodologies. Work with Cell Supervisors to report daily, weekly, and monthly metrics, as needed. Lead and participate in daily reviews on SQDC metrics and GEMBA walk participation.
• Drive and oversee all continuous improvements in the plant, including process flow and Kaizen activities.
• Coordinate and work with Engineering on all process-related changes for existing products, including tooling tests.
• Oversee safety program for all manufacturing operations. Review program for adequacy.
• Ensure a clean and safe work environment is maintained.
• Other duties as assigned.

What Your Background Should Look Like

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. (4 Years college) + 2 Years Supervisory experience or Advanced Degree or equivilant work experience.
• High School diploma required.
• Previous telecommunications, electrical or electrical distribution experience is a plus but not required.
• Competency in conversation questions and listening with customers’ concerns.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interface with team members as well as vendors.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires sitting for extended periods, bending, walking, talking, and arm and finger movement.

Work Environment

• Work performed in an office environment and manufacturing plant.

Competencies

SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)

About Te Connectivity

TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.

Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).

Compensation

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $68,800 to $75,000/Year (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.