HVI Supervisor - Guillotine

Position Summary:

As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will be at the helm of our production operations, ensuring that our manufacturing processes run smoothly and efficiently. You will oversee a team of dedicated production workers, manage production schedules, and maintain high-quality standards. Your leadership will be key in driving productivity, ensuring safety, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the facility.

 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Supervision and Leadership:

• Lead, manage, and supervise a team of production workers from Leads to general labor.
• Assign tasks and monitor the daily activities of the production team.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to employees.

Production Management:

• Ensure sub-department production schedules and targets are met.
• Monitor sub-departments production processes and adjust schedules as needed to meet demand.
• Coordinate with other sub-departments to ensure smooth workflow and efficient production.

Quality Control:

• Implement and enforce quality control standards and procedures for responsible sub-department.
• Inspect products to ensure they meet quality specifications for responsible sub-department.
• Identify and resolve production and quality issues within the time frame of job schedule for responsible sub-department.

Safety and Compliance:

• Enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for responsible sub-department.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and coordinate training sessions for responsible sub-department.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company standards for responsible sub-department.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify areas for improvement in sub-department production process.
• Implement and execute lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement and execute cost reduction and efficiency improvement projects.

Reporting and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and updated records of sub-department production activities and initiatives, including output, quality, inventory levels, implementations, etc. of responsible sub-department.
• Prepare and submit sub-department operations reports to management.
• Document any incidents, accidents, or quality issues of responsible sub-department.

Resource Management:

• Manage the allocation of sub-department use of materials, machinery, and workforce to optimize production efficiency.
• Ensure that all necessary materials and supplies are available for sub-department production.

 

Training and Development:

• Identify training needs and provide ongoing training and development opportunities for sub-department production staff.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Inform the direct manager of any planed or unplanned leave presented during the work scheduled.
• Maintain open and constant communication about all sub-department matters with the direct manager.

Equipment Maintenance:

• Oversee routine maintenance and repair of production equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to schedule and manage equipment downtime.

Performance Metrics:

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve production performance for responsible sub-department.
• Use performance data to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement initiatives for responsible sub-department.

Conflict Resolution:

• Address and resolve conflicts or issues among production staff promptly and effectively.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

 

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent: 

• A foundational requirement, demonstrating basic education and readiness for further training and development.

Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Related Field: 

• Provides specialized knowledge in manufacturing processes, quality control, and technical skills.

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related Field: 

• Preferred for in-depth understanding of manufacturing principles, management, and leadership. Courses in supply chain management, operations management, and industrial technology are beneficial.

  Certifications:

Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM): 

• From APICS, indicating expertise in production and inventory management.

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