Production SupervisorPower Packer North America Inc

Description:

The Production Supervisor serves as a vital member of the manufacturing operations site leadership team reporting directly to the Plant Manager. This position will be responsible for leading Manufacturing functions for a hydraulic assembly operations plant. The chosen candidate will effectively direct and lead all aspects of manufacturing operations as well as provide critical support to continuously improve Quality in our manufacturing processes. This person must possess a “continuous improvement” mindset and be a champion of LEAN efforts throughout the facility. Moreover, this position will be supported by a leadership team that values Lean Manufacturing principles and understands the value and link to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

· Utilize data driven processes to achieve key performance goals that meet or exceed manufacturing requirements and increase customer satisfaction. Follow world-class operational standards for measuring and communicating visual metrics related to Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, etc.

· Work with plant direct and indirect labor to manage daily operations and consistently apply practices and enforce policies.

· Working with the Quality organization, manage the corrective action process. This is achieved through utilization of 8D/A3 problem solving, and customer audits. Achieve Cost Reduction through championing data-drive decisions and utilization of Lean and Six-Sigma problem-solving techniques.

· Must take ownership and accountability for improving safety throughout the operation and support the organization's overall HSSE mission

· Drive continuous improvement processes by utilizing CMOS techniques to increase output and lower costs in manufacturing/assembly areas.

· Support and ensure ISO 9001 processes and procedures are maintained and coordinates preventative measures to enhance system capability. Provide leadership for problem resolution and use formalized root-cause problem solving approaches (5-Why, 4-Block, 8D, etc.) to effectively define problems and drive to solutions.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Requirements:

Experience and/or Training:

• Five (5) or more years of experience in assembly manufacturing / ISO 9001 organization.
• Three (3) years in a comparable leadership / management position is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Clear and concise verbal and written skills. Ability to communicate and influence effectively cross-functionally and at all levels.
• Demonstrated skills of building processes and teams.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills -- both oral and written, demonstrated by the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from production employees, groups of managers, peers and occasionally customers.
• In-depth experience with lean manufacturing methods and continuous improvement mindset. Must have demonstrated skills in use of visual management to manage daily operations. Passion for root cause analysis and methodical problem solving.

Competencies

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Analytical - Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Problem Solving – Proficient with problem solving toolbox (8D, A3, VSM, Fishbone, etc.) Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality, listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Maintains confidentiality of all payroll, medical, benefit and employee related information.

Physical & Mental Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk or hear; and use hands to handle, or touch objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

What We Offer:

· Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.

· Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.

· Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.

· Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.

· 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.

· Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.

· Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.

· Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.

· Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.

· Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year's, plus paid vacation available from day one.

· Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.

Ready to Join Us? If you're excited about this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now and let's build something amazing together.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

We value people as individuals with different backgrounds and believe that having a variety of perspectives is essential to drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve success. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe to share their ideas and concerns without fear of negative consequences. By valuing differences, we create an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Notification to Agencies: CentroMotion and its affiliated companies (Carlisle Brake & Friction, CrossControl, Elliott Mfg., Gits Mfg., maximatecc, Power-Packer, and Weasler Engineering) do not accept resume submissions from agencies outside of existing agreements. Please do not send resumes to CentroMotion employees. CentroMotion is not responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resume submissions.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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