Manufacturing Manager - Production Supervision

Job DetailsJob Location: Chicago - Bedford Park, IL 60638Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: College GraduateSalary Range: $92,182.00 - $153,890.00 SalaryJob Shift: 1st Shift SUMMARY OF POSITION 

This position is responsible for ensuring the safe processing of products that meet customer and Northstar quality requirements in accordance with time standards for her/his assigned area of production.  The position works with all levels of employees throughout the organization as necessary, and directs the work of 30+ employees. This is a full-time position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below.  This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.



Establish daily, weekly and monthly objectives and communicate them to employees


Manage the workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules


Guide and coach employees while monitoring their productivity


Oversee safe use of equipment and work environment


Perform verification of production output according to specifications


Prepare reports on performance and progress and be able to present them managers


Maintain communication between management and employees to ensure that necessary policies are understood and followed


Detect issues in efficiency and suggest improvements


Consult new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow procedures


Ensure strict adherence to safety guidelines and company standards


Maintain a positive work environment for employees


Help select and recruit staff to fill needed positions within department


Ensure direct reports are trained and training is documented


Cross train employees to provide a flexible workforce inside and outside area of responsibility


Foster a culture of quality and implement identified corrective actions in a timely manner


Provide required information to the organization to support EH&S, Sales, Quality, SCM & HR


Maintain accurate employee time records and accurate inventory counts


Complete projects as assigned as time allows after primary responsibilities are met



SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position will direct the work of multiple Northstar employees.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

The physical requirements of this position are listed below.   This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.



Frequent sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, writing and typing


Occasional lifting of up to 30 pounds


Occasional reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, fingering, grasping, feeling, twisting, bending and repetitive motion


Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles


Frequent exposure to moderate to heavy noise


The ability to wear proper personal protective equipment, including earplugs, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.



QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED                                                                    

Education Required:  Bachelors Degree.  Bachelors degree in business or engineering is preferred

Experience Required: 5 years aerospace experience plus supervisory experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED AND/OR PREFERRED

 

The knowledge, skills and abilities required and/or preferred for this position are listed below.  This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.

 



Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint


Professionalism: approaches others in a tactful and respectful manner; calm under pressure


Adaptability: adapts to changes in priorities and unexpected events


Attendance/Punctuality: consistently at work per schedule and on time


Dependability: follows instructions, meets commitments


Able to effectively manage people to ensure timely completion of task while building a team environment


Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment


Qualifications