Supv-Manufacturing Thermal

Ricoh; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ricoh Electronics, Inc. is seeking a night-shift Production Supervisor for the Lawrenceville campus to oversee production lines, coordinate operators, and prioritize materials, labor, and equipment to meet SEQCD targets.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and adherence to SOPs to maintain safety and quality. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or related field and a minimum of 3 years of leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years leadership experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Hands-on production equipment and process troubleshooting.
• Experience with ISO standards and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operator activities and coordinate materials, labor, and equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues, recover lines, identify root causes, and implement improvements.
• Maintain records per OSHA & ISO; monitor productivity and quality statistics.

Skills

Leadership

Root cause analysis

Statistical analysis

SOP training

Quality & safety focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

Office 365

AS400/MRP

Job description

Ricoh Electronics, Inc. (REI) is a leading manufacturer of thermal media products and a leader in environmental conservation. REI is part of the Ricoh global family, with an enviable track record of superior products and business practices. REI is part of the Ricoh global family, with an enviable track record of superior products and business practices.

REI is looking for an energetic and self-motivated night-shift (6 pm- 6 am) Production Supervisor to support our Thermal lamination and face coating production lines at our Lawrenceville campus, working 6 pm- 6 am on a rotating schedule. In this fast-paced environment, the Production Supervisor will oversee daily production operator activities by coordinating and prioritizing materials, labor, and equipment to meet all SEQCD targets while following policy and standard operating procedures. The Production Supervisor will use their skills to troubleshoot issues to recover the line as needed, identify root causes, and recommend long-term improvements.

The Production Supervisor will:

• Model the “safety first” behaviors we expect of all employees by ensuring operational procedures and processes are performed safely and that a safe work environment is maintained.
• Monitor and document the condition of the equipment, operators, process, and the material, and make necessary proactive adjustments to ensure daily SEQCD targets are achieved. Maintain all records required by OSHA & ISO. Reviews production reports for accuracy and trends. Track and consolidate productivity and quality statistics. .
• Ensure the resolution of HR, production, EHS, and product quality issues. Directly participate in the problem investigation (root cause analysis) and resolution (corrective action). Monitor and document results and elevate issues to management and/or other functional areas when additional support is needed.
• Understand SOP’s and train operators at each position to ensure full understanding and proper skill set to perform essential job duties and achieve SEQCD targets. Enforce adherence to policy, standards, and work rules.
• Ensure key process parameters are monitored & controlled, autonomous Preventive Maintenance activities are performed by operators, and 5S rules are always followed to ensure safe, efficient, stable performance and reliable production output.
• Participate in the testing and implementation of new products, processes, and equipment. Monitor the process and gather data.
• Promote employee participation in company-sponsored programs.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Manufacturing Engineering Technology or related field.

Experience

Required

Minimum 3 years leadership experience required.

Hands-on production equipment and process setting troubleshooting and basic repair, autonomous preventative maintenance required.

Intermediate skills in Office 365 (Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel) required.

Working knowledge of ISO 14000, working knowledge of mechanical systems (gears, bearings, cylinders) required.

Intermediate 4M root cause analysis skills and basic statistical analysis required.

Must be able to work 6pm-6am, 12-hr rotating schedule as well as some holidays.

Preferred

5-7 years web handling, extrusion or curtain coating, adhesive experience preferred.

Lean manufacturing or Green Belt certification is preferred.

Working knowledge of AS400/MRP system preferred.

Advanced lean manufacturing concepts preferred.

Thorough knowledge of OSHA regulations preferred.

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