Dept Supervisor

 

Are you looking for a new challenge as a leader in a manufacturing environment? Do you inspire Team Members? Then the Department Supervisor role with Amarr is for you! 

Amarr, a part of ASSA ABLOY (the global leader in opening solutions), is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial garage doors. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a responsible and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Production Supervisor in our Lawrence, KS location.

The department supervisor is responsible for directing the departmental work force. The department supervisor will also coordinate all manufacturing operations, maintain schedules and administer discipline by employing a wide range of skills and techniques. All of this must be done within the prescribed policies and procedures of the company.

 

SHIFT: Tuesday through Friday 6:00 AM CST to 3:30 PM CST. Overtime as needed will be completed on Monday’s with a 6:00 PM CST start time.

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Applies skills, knowledge, experience, available man-hours, machines, and tools effectively in order to obtain the most favorable costs and quality of workmanship.
• Acts in a Production Manager capacity in the event of a temporary vacancy.
• Acts in a Senior Management position on specified shifts in absence of the Manufacturing Team Lead.
• Participates in and coordinates company programs. Example: Communications, apprenticeships, job training, team member appraisals, wage administration, etc.
• Maintains conformance with rules and regulations and administer approved disciplinary measure when necessary.
• Collaborates with Engineering and Manufacturing personnel to provide information on matters relative to the design and utilization of tools, production methods, applications, etc.
• Attends company-sponsored training classes and special classes to keep abreast of and well informed of new developments in regard to management, supervision and other job-related courses.
• Records data on production, labor, team members, and scrap on a timely basis.
• Maintains security of buildings, grounds, equipment, materials, and personnel.
• Ensures accuracy of inventory and inventory management.
• Assumes other duties as assigned by Manager.

THE MOST IMPORTANT ACTIVITIES PERFORMED:

• Organizes and assigns work to utilize skills, knowledge, experience, available man-hours, machines, and tools to obtain the most favorable costs and quality of workmanship.
• Ensures the quality and accuracy of products and timely completion of schedules.
• Maintains and trains an efficient work force in accordance with job requirements, work levels and schedules, man-hour requirements and training programs.
• Polices the use of safety devices and equipment, general housekeeping, and maintains a constant vigilance for hazardous conditions and practices.
• Administers company policies and maintains a harmonious employer /team member relations on the highest possible level.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Extended time on feet.
• Manual dexterity and hand to eye coordination with hand/power tools.
• Frequent stooping, bending, walking, carrying and lifting (up to 50 pounds).