POSTION TITLE: MANUFACTURING SUPERVISOR
DEPARTMENT: Manufacturing
REPORTS TO: Manager, Production
HOURS/SCHEDULE: Monday – Thursday, 3:30pm-2:00am
HOURLY/SALARY STATUS: Exempt
POSITION OVERIVEW:
It is the mission of the Manufacturing Supervisor, to support the development of staff and ongoing operation of multiple work cells focused on the use of “Best in Class” processes and procedures.
The Manufacturing Supervisor assists in the selection and training of production staff, development of policies, procedures and work instructions and manages the ongoing manufacturing operations to ensure safe, high quality and high efficiency production and adherence to company policies and procedures. Additionally, the Manufacturing Supervisor provides technical guidance to operators, manages the operators and work centers to meet production requirements and manages employee performance through expectation setting and performance feedback.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage multiple distinct work cells effectively to meet daily safety, quality and production metric standards
- Select, develop, and manage a high performing team of production personnel
- Provide technical assistance to operators as needed
- Develop technical documentation (policies, procedures, work instructions, etc.)
- Manage time and projects effectively while setting and meeting aggressive schedules
- Manage day to day utilization of employees including scheduling, overtime, and development
- Lead the morning employee accountability/communication meetings ensuring robust collaboration and escalation of concerns to Manufacturing Leadership
- Manage employee performance through expectation setting and performance feedback
- Communicate effectively to other members of the operations and process engineering teams
- Enforce company policy and ensure adherence to accepted procedures
- Maintain accurate records and files according to company policy
- Ensure all relevant safety and legal requirements are always observed
COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent fundamental knowledge of manufacturing safety requirements and lean principles
- Excellent fundamental knowledge of manufacturing routings and product flow
- Ability to effectively document work instructions, train employees and provide technical assistance
- Highly motivated self-starter with reputation for showing initiative
- Ability to learn and master the operation of new processes and equipment
- Effective time management skills
- Well organized and efficient with the ability to plan and organize work tasks to meet department objectives
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Team player with the ability to establish and maintain good working relations with internal teams
- Strong attention to detail
- Process improvement ability
- Mechanical aptitude
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.
- Experience with IFS ERP system is preferred
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 5-10 years of manufacturing experience in a Lead or Supervisory role with history of progression to greater levels of responsibility
- Experience with Lean tools, processes and behaviors
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities are shifting regularly
- Experience in handling multiple simultaneous tasks and requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required.
Hussey Seating Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran status or any other category protected by law.
