Supervisor, Production

About ITT:

ITT is an industrial manufacturer of critical, engineered components that serve fast-growing end markets in transportation, flow, energy, aerospace and defense. The company’s differentiation is sustained through a combination of several factors: execution, the quality of its leadership and our DNA as an engineering leader. We have a clear purpose as an organization: to provide our customers with cutting-edge solutions to help solve their most critical needs.

 The company generated 2023 revenues of $3.3 billion and is comprised of three distinct segments: 

• Motion Technologies ($1.5B revenue) is a global leader in brake pads, shock absorbers and sealing solutions for the automotive and rail markets
• Industrial Process ($1.1B revenue) is a global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps for the chemical, energy, mining and industrial markets
• Connect & Control Technologies ($0.7B) is a niche player in harsh environment connectors and control components in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

 ITT is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut with over 10,000 employees in more than 35 countries and sales in approximately 125 countries.

Position Summary

Directs, coordinates work groups and improves processes in a team environment within the production/manufacturing area of the value stream.  Coordinates production activities with all supervisors.  Analyzes and improves processes.

Essential Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

Plans production operations and schedules establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products to insure customer on time delivery and quality product.

 

Analyzes leads, facilitates and sustains the continuous improvement activities such as:  6S, Flow, Standard Work, Pull Systems, Visual Factory, Production Meters, Lean meetings, Corrective Actions, Sustaining Processes, and Implementation of Associated Processes. 

 

Work with quality department to build quality into each process through the development and the implementation of measurable improvement plans.

 

Work with ESH to insure a safe working environment and Zero accidents.

 

Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevents operational delays.

 

Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.

 

Evaluate, where necessary, key manufacturing processes (benchmarks/industry leaders/best practices) and develop plans to identify opportunities for improvement

 

Prepares and tracks Lean production metrics at the direction of plant management and works closely with the management for continuous improvement.

 

LEADERSHIP/TEAM RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out LEADERSHIP responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree specializing in engineering or machine technology from an accreditedcollege/university or equivalent experience.  Knowledge of functional operations of machine tools, CNC programming, tooling and fixturing, problem solving and shop operation are preferred.  Must be well organized and able to multi-task and have excellent communication skills.  Ability to work effectively in a team environment.  Knowledge of personal computer and use of office equipment is required. 

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

 

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems