Focus Factory Cell Leader

We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come… for our customers, our communities, and our planet. 
 
Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.  
 
We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications. 

Location & Position Overview

The Minnesota Production Facility (MNPF) is an Acuity Brands’ assembly manufacturing site in the USA. The facility is in Winona, MN where you can enjoy boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking, camping, and picnicking in the surrounding parks including Lake and Garvin Height Parks. You can also visit a local sporting event at Winona State College or make the short 30-minute drive to The University of Wisconsin. 

 

We are seeking a Production Supervisor with experience motivating others while driving improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Supervises 20-30 hourly employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Drives safety, quality, and productivity performance in accordance with Lean principles, standard work and customer requirements.
• Determines daily manpower and work assignments for employees to adjust for fluctuations in demand.
• Approves payroll, administers corrective action and discipline as needed.
• May be scheduled on shifts and weekends without additional management support.
• Ability to work M-F (7:00am - 4:15pm)

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably high volume and cellular.
• High School diploma or equivalent; Technical or Bachelors' Degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years previous supervisory experience in a production setting.
• Experience with Lean principles and exposure to Kaizen and continuous improvement events is preferred.
• Experience in problem solving, communication and conflict resolution.
• High degree of comfort with computer usage.
• Able to read, write and speak English.
• Able to stand 10-12 hours per day, lift, push, pull up to 40 pounds frequently.
• Able to see, hear and comprehend in a noisy environment.
• Able to tolerate temperature ranges of 40 - 90 degrees F.
• Able to work other shifts and/or weekend hours.

 

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We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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