Description

JOB SUMMARY

This Production Supervisor directs the day-to-day production activities of their assigned area and shift, to achieve financial and operating objectives as determined by Tangent. The production supervisor is a key leadership role with overall responsibility for safety, production, continuous improvement, and talent development. This position is responsible for creating a positive work environment that supports Tangent’s core values and engages team members leading to effective teamwork. Ensures compliance with Tangent policies and procedures.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cultivates an environment of safety, high performance, and team-oriented culture.

• Manages team of direct reports and is responsible for employee selection, development, mentoring, and performance management. 

• Holds employees accountable to performance expectations and follows the progressive discipline policy when necessary.

• Responsible for the safety of all employees in the plant during their shift, enforcing PPE and general safety guidelines.  

• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.  

• Oversees production quotas and schedules, ensuring standards are met or limitations are being addressed.

• Addresses production challenges immediately and with the appropriate sense of urgency. 

• Plans daily production coverage to meet manufacturing expectations.

• Coordinates with sales and production planning teams to ensure customer expectations are met.

• Participates in the resolution and prevention of customer complaints and promotes positive customer relationships in partnership with the quality, purchasing and supply chain organization.

• Resolves operational, manufacturing and quality issues in partnership with Maintenance and Engineering teams.

• Responsible for plant housekeeping, ensuring facility is in optimal condition during and at the end of each shift.  

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Strong leadership skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to make difficult decisions in a timely manner, with the best interest of employees and customer in mind.

• Comfortable having difficult conversations and holding employees accountable.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. ERP experience preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• 2-year or 4-year technical degree preferred

• 5+ years manufacturing experience required

• 2+ years of supervisory experience required.  

• Lean, Six Sigma, continuous improvement experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing, stooping, and bending required

• Long periods of walking or standing

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds