Job Description

Production Supervisor 2nd shift

(2:30 pm to 11:00 pm)

Location: Lithia Springs, GA

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Production Supervisor is primarily responsible for the facilitation of a safe and efficient department that meets the customer requirements in both output and quality. The Production Supervisor most critical function is to assure that those specifications are understood and adhered to by all members of the department.

Work scheduled (May include overtime & weekend work)

SCOPE OF WORK PERFORMED

• Ensure Machine Set-up meets production and quality goals
• Determine actual machines and locations where work is to be assigned
• Assuring a steady flow and process of work
• Interface with Quality, Engineering, Payroll, Human Resources and Management
• Daily assignment of duties for entire department
• Training and Supervision of all employees in the correct and safe use of equipment
• Training new employees in inspection procedures and/or work instructions
• Ensure lead hands are adhering to their responsibilities as outline in the Lead Hand Job Description
• Ensure employees are performing their duties to the standards and procedures to comply with ISO9001, ISO45001, and Environmental
• Reinforce compliance with Health & Safety regulations, Company rules, policies and procedures
• Ensure employees work in a manner and with the protective devices, measures and procedure required by the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the regulations.
• Ensure employees use or wear equipment, protective devices or clothing as required by the company
• Ensure employees are trained and follow prints, work/inspection procedures and/or work instructions
• Ensure employees are upholding quality standards and perform inspection prior to completion of paperwork and/or labor entry
• Ensure all paperwork and/or data entry is completed accurately and on time
• Ensure all machines are operating at maximum efficiency and utilization
• Organize the employees to ensure maximum efficiency from the work center
• Ensure that material is delivered to the designated area prior to shift start
• Report any damage to machines or tooling to supervisors and/or maintenance immediately
• Ensure that all schedules and deadline are met by the employees
• Ensure finished product is delivered to the next operation and/or drop-off zone
• Continuously look for ways to improve production, quality, and safe working conditions in the plant
• Promote a positive culture
• Ensure employees maintain proper housekeeping standard.
• Ensure communication flow from company to employees and vice versa
• Assess employee’s ability to perform certain jobs, which can lead to further training or reassignment of job
• Provide employees and Lead Hands with coaching and counseling as required
• Execute progressive discipline when deemed necessary
• Support Management decisions and employ diplomacy when directing employees
• All other duties as assigned by the Plant Manager

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES

• 2-3 years previous supervisory experience
• Ability to read and interpret dimensional and manufacturing prints
• Ability to train, motivate, coach and counsel others
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to interact with employees, and all levels of management
• Must possess problem solving, conflict resolution and decision-making skills
• Excellent written/oral communication and excellent listening skills
• Works well independently and in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills, able to prioritize
• Must possess the ability to provide and receive positive criticism
• Must have the ability to take ownership and be accountable for the department
• Ability to multi-task, excellent time management skills and detailed orientated
• Must be creative and possess the ability to think outside the box
• Ensure confidentiality of all employee information
• Mathematical aptitude
• Computer literacy
• ERP system knowledge
• Working in a plant environment
• Frequent distractions and interruptions
• Multiple demands, challenging, fast paced, team orientated environment, fumes, and noise
• Constant standing, walking, bending, lifting, and climbing
• Hot/Cold temperatures
• Constant communication with employees, peers, management, and customers involving time management, multi-tasking, scheduling, decision making, forecasting and problem solving
• Intense work atmosphere
• Use of computer and phone
• Overtime as required

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