Production Supervisor - Vincennes, United States - Futaba Indiana Of America

Description

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionSummary : Supervises and coordinates activities of production associates engaged in fabrication of ; welding of; or processing of metal products by performing the following duties.

The required hours for this position include, but may not be limited to 7:00 P.M. - 4:30 A.M.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Analyzes production schedules to determine most effective process, materials, machines, tooling, and sequence of operation.
Assigns tasks to associates, and specifies methods of coordinating workflow to meet production schedules.
Sets up work areas.
Supervises such processes as fabricating, welding, stock handling, and assembling.

Investigates malfunction of machines and equipment to determine need for corrective actionStudies production schedules and estimates labor hour requirements for completion of job assignment.

Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or team.
Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists associates in solving work problems.
Initiates or suggests plans to motivate associates to achieve work goals.
Maintains time and production records, e-time payroll records, and other administrative type duties.
Confers with other supervisors and staff to coordinate activities of individual areas and departments.
Can performs activities of the associated that are supervised.


Supervisory Responsibilities :

Manages 3-5 Production Team leaders who supervise a total of 35-50 employees in each of the Production Team Leader's area of responsibility.

Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these the production areas under their control. Carries out supervisory and leadership responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing issues and resolving problems.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical

• Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.

Problem Solving

• 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.

Project Management

• Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

Technical Skills

• Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service

• Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

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.

Oral Communication

• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication

• Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

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.

Change Management

• Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.

Delegation

• Delegates work assignments; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Leadership

• Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing People

• Includes staff in planning, decision making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops Team Leader's and Associates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

QualityManagement

• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Business Acumen

• Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Aligns work with strategic goals.

Cost Consciousness

• Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits; Conserves organizational resources.

Diversity

• Educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment free environment.

Ethics

• Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support

• Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.

Judgment

• Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation

• Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

Planning/Organizing

• Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism

• Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality

• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity

• Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.

Safety and Security

• Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

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.

Attendance/Punctuality

• Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability

• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative

• Undertakes self development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Innovation

• Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

Qualifications :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Education and/or Experience:
One year certificate from college or technical school; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees, support staff and peers.


Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.


Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Payroll systems;
Project Managementsoftware; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that are typically found in a manufacturing environment 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 stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms.

Must be able to talk and hear.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those found in a typical manufacturing environment that 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.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Individual must be able to properly wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) which includes:
hearing protection; safety eye protection; gloves; welding sleeves, and steel-toed safety shoes.