Production Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for providing support, guidance, and direction to the manufacturing department leads, as well as production workers. This role is responsible for ensuring that products being produced meet quality standards and expectations and orders are completed on time.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee production workers assigned to the sheet metal shop departments, through delegation help to manage the fabrication of product and enforce company policies and work schedules.
• Provide leadership and direction to shift personnel in order to meet the production requirements.
• Work with Operations Leadership, Safety Manager, and other sources to provide training in safe and efficient operational use of sheet metal manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Provide leadership and problem-solving assistance to department leads. Assure that project specifications and standards are adhered to and the safest, most efficient and cost-effective methods are utilized in the manufacturing process.
• Work with the shop scheduling team to determine an appropriate schedule and make work assignments to balance workload among production personnel.
• Interact with Operations team to update and report work in progress and upcoming scheduled work. Plan manpower and working hours necessary to meet delivery dates.
• Work to ensure proper types and quantities of materials (stock, consumables, specialized, etc.) required for the manufacturing process are readily available in advance to allow for the planned manufacturing process to proceed efficiently.
• Maintain production reporting and other records.
• Assist with inventory counts as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• General knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to deal diplomatically and effectively with teammates and direct reports.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under time constraints and strict deadlines.
• Self-motivated and willingness to take initiative.
• Intermediate working knowledge of PC environment and MS Office programs including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong leadership skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school degree or GED; minimum 3 years related experience or combination of experience and education that demonstrates the ability to perform essential duties and responsibilities.
• Minimum of 1 year of previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• Relevant certifications in construction, safety, or specialized metal building a plus.
• Previous welding experience preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• 4-12 direct reports

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand, bend, stoop, squat, or kneel regularly, as well as reach, climb stairs and ladders to complete tasks.
• Must be able to visually operate office equipment including computers and monitors.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 50 lbs.

These physical requirements are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions if request