Lead Production Supervisor

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

You will join some of the most talented and passionate professionals in the locomotive and off highway mining vehicle industry. As a member of Wabtec Light Fabrication group/division you will work with a team that is committed and results oriented. We recognize the value of having a diverse team and an inclusive culture. We believe a diverse team produces better ideas and is more successful at meeting the needs of our customers.

You will collaborate with a group of people who share your passion and help you succeed. Wabtec Light Fabrication Building is a great place to work for anyone who naturally focuses on continuous improvement, who feels ownership for their work, and who takes pride in exceeding customer needs.

How will you make a difference?

The Production Supervisor Specialist supervises our unionized hourly production workers who support manufacturing of the best locomotives and parts that move the world. The Production Supervisor Specialist is responsible for safely leading a team to assemble products to Wabtec’s quality standards. The Supervisor is also responsible for ensuring that his/her team is working efficiently and effectively, providing high quality products and customer service to Wabtec’s stakeholders.   

What do we want to know about you?

• Minimum two current years’ experience in supervisory role in manufacturing industry. 

• Bachelor’s degree or technical degree preferred.   

• Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing techniques and processes. 

• Strategic and creative thinking to analyze issues that may arise and create solutions. 

• Basic shop math skills in all units of measuring, along with ability to read and use gauges and measuring instruments. 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while having a high degree of attention to details. 

• Knowledge of production/materials control system. 

• Understanding of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing concepts and production schedules preferred. 

• Strong organizational skills 

• Demonstrates effective communication skills and interpersonal skills. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to influence, motive, coach, and drive accountability. 

What will your typical day look like?

• Monitor and maintain safety procedures and conditions to prevent accidents and provide a safe workplace.  

• Supervise staff including hiring, employee communications, training, discipline, evaluation, and terminations responsibilities. 

• Drive customer satisfaction through detailed focus on product reliability. Provide direction and support for an assigned hourly production team encompassing EHS, Quality, Material, Process, and Delivery. 

• Help motivate all employees in his/her production team to perform their duties using established procedures to meet or exceed goals. 

• Planning, creating, and executing production plans for all shifts, based on the MRP plan, customer requirements, manpower (hours) and equipment availability, part availability, and develop recovery plans when demand is not met. 

• Lead and support all Continuous Improvement Activities. 

• Ownership of the department’s equipment, tooling, fixtures, key manufacturing processes, products and productivity. 

• Ensure all company policies are followed and take corrective actions accordingly. 

• Work with the Team Leads to develop and execute training plans for all operators to ensure they have the skills needed to do their jobs and are sufficiently cross trained to optimize resource usage safely and correctly. <