Production Supervisor Assembly (Manufacturing)

The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing work flow, ensuring that proper processes and procedures are followed, and that employees have the tools and information needed to successfully perform their jobs. This supervisor is expected to recommend and implement improvements to processes, equipment, and working conditions that will enhance safety, quality, and productivity. Objective performance evaluations and targeted education and training programs are key tools the Production Supervisor will use to actively manage the professional development and success of his/her team.
This job description is intended to be an overview of primary responsibilities for this position. All employees are charged with providing assistance in generally similar duties when management deems it necessary. Special projects and activities may also be created where employees talents can best be utilized. In addition, General Stamping & Metalworks is a growing organization responding to an ever changing market. It is expected that tasks and requirements will change from time to time and employees will be asked to respond as needed and within reason.
Organizational Relationships and Authority
The Production Supervisor reports directly to the Production Manager. Direct Reports to this position are likely to include:
AssemblersProduction LeadsMachine OperatorsMaterial HandlersWelders
The Production Supervisor has direct responsibility to halt operations if employee safety is a concern or equipment is not performing to original manufacturer specifications. This position works closely with Engineers, Technologists, and Manufacturing Engineers, and collaborates with the Production Scheduler, Facilities Director and Tool Room Supervisor to resolve scheduling, equipment, tooling or facilities issues.
Key Responsibilities and Purpose
The primary responsibility of the Production Supervisor is to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient work area while managing labor, equipment, tooling, and work flow in order to ensure on time completion of production schedules. Each supervisor will conduct effective team meetings at the start of shift to communicate opportunities, explain challenges, listen to feedback, remove obstacles, which will be posted daily onto Team Boards. He/she will develop employees skills by listening, teaching, and mentoring your team members as well as assessing skills.
To achieve success in this role, the supervisor must:
Directly and attentively supervise Production Leads, Machine Operators, Welders, and Material HandlersEnsure that all employees have the necessary tools and training to maximize their productivity in collaboration with the Production Lead and the Training and Development ManagerPlan and requisition, interview & select labor in collaboration with the Production Manager to ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet production requirementsEffectively organize jobs per the production schedule ensuring all jobs are completed on time, and in order of due date.Clearly identify and safely store all raw material inventories and tools and fixtures in a manner which affords easy access and minimizes wasteMaintain 85% or greater productivity level for the departmentCommunicate management directives and company information to employeesCollaborate with the appropriate technician when equipment is not performing to optimal standardsTroubleshoot issues and inform Tool Room Supervisor of your findingsRecommend equipment purchases to improve or expand capabilities of the departmentCollaborate with Engineers, Technologists, Manufacturing Engineers, Production Manager, and Tool Room Supervisor on new projects or process improvementsUtilize ERP system to modify jobs, reconcile inventories, review production schedules, and maintain inventory locationsInform the Supply Chain Manager of non-conforming material or issues with supplier documentationCommunicate and maintain the safety, quality, and cleanliness standards set for the departmentEnsure preventative maintenance schedules are followed on all welding and department equipmentCreate work orders when equipment is not performing safely or optimallyRecommend and participate in continuous improvement initiativesComplete thorough accident investigations when necessaryUtilize the established process for weld fixture maintenance and ensure the process is sustained
Job Demands and Expectations
This position requires the Production Supervisor to maintain a healthy relationship between his/her subordinates to ensure an objective view is always maintained and organizational goals are not compromised. In addition, the Production Supervisor will understand the personal goals and developmental opportunities for his/her subordinates.
The Production Supervisor is expected to update job knowledge on an ongoing basis by identifying and participating in related educational opportunities, reading professional publications, reporting key learnings to the management team, maintaining personal networks to the benefit of the company, and participating in professional organizations where indicated or requested.
All supervisors are required to complete and maintain First Responder training, enabling the management team to respond to emergency situations in an appropriate, calm, and systematic manner.
Qualifications and Competencies
To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate excellent communication skills and consistently follow up on assigned projects to ensure completion.
The individual will also maintain competency with the following programs and equipment:
Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelOutlookLaptop, tablet and/or desktop computerCellular and office telephone systemERP and Quality systemsSupervisor certification (preferred)High School graduate or equivalent (preferred)
General Competencies
Dependability: Follows the direction of the Shift Manager and provides accountability for performance of key responsibilities: takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits time necessary to reach goals; meets deadlines or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.Problem Solving: Utilizes creative talents and skills to successfully resolve problems; develops solutions that work; works with others to solve problems and resolve situations.Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments prepared and on time.Employee Relations: Manages difficult or emotional employee situations using good communication skills; responds promptly and effectively to employee questions and needs; solicits employee feedback to improve responsiveness and initiatives; responds to requests for information and assistance in a supportive and enthusiastic manner; meets commitments.Listening Skills: Listens carefully to the input of others and gets clarification before generating conclusions; responds thoughtfully and non-defensively to questions;Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
Education
Supervisor certification (preferred)High School graduate or equivalent (preferred)
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of supervising experience in metal fabrication operations, stamping or press break processes preferred, but not an absolute requirement.
Blueprint Reading with welding symbolsMaterial forming principles
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Production Floor subject to variations in temperature
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must possess the ability to regularly or occasionally meet the following physical demands:
Speak clearly and understandably, with a pleasant tone of voice and mannerHear within a range that enables normal telephone communicationSee a computer screen within reasonable reading distance without strainType at a keyboard without discomfort for some of the working dayMove around the office environment and manufacturing floor comfortably in order to fulfill tasks required in various offices and departmentsTravel beyond the office environment by private or commercial aircraft, automobile, or golf cart without undue stress or discomfort
Salary/Wages and Benefits
Refer to Letter of Agreement for this position.
Conditions of Hire
All employment with GSM, Inc. is at-will by the employer and employee and therefore subject to change.