Production Supervisor - Waukegan, United States - The Visual Pak Companies

The Visual Pak Companies

Verified Company

Waukegan, United States

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Position Title:
Production Supervisor

Reporting into Title:
Operations Manager

Position Purpose/Summary:
The Production Supervisor is responsible for the oversight and management of work processes and associates within the department. The Production Supervisor will ensure all lines are running efficiently and new hires received proper training.

This individual displays exceptional leadership skills when developing/mentoring Team Leads and can effectively utilize critical thinking skills when solving problems.

Direct Reports
Up to 120

Position Responsibilities-Tasks-Deliverables

An individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
All duties as assigned and the following specific activities. (enlarge space as needed)

Manage and supervise all production associates and Line Leads:
Execute the schedule to keep all production lines running to meet customer needs.
Responsible for the work flow and encouraging Team Leads to take ownership of their teams.
Monitor changeover's and setup's to reduce downtime.
Exercise team attitude with peers on alternate shifts to ensure they have a smooth shift start.
Support cGMP by holding associates to required standards.
Monitor training to make sure new hires, temps, and department transfers understand their responsibility.
Able to diagnose and correct problems within department and communicate issues cross functionally.
Change agent to support strategic initiatives around safety, quality, cost and on time service.
Responsible for executing Performance Evaluations for department associates.
Expected to be exposed to/trained in handling hazardous materials with annual refresher training.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Demonstrates strong time management skills when supervising Production Planners & Schedulers and working with Manufacturing, Sales, Vendors and Customers to ensure timely production of finished goods to meet customer demands.
Displays exceptional attention to detail when overseeing production & Scheduling plans to maximize plant efficiencies while meeting customer demand.
Utilizes critical thinking and creative problem solving skills effectively to provide resolution to production capacity constraints.

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities

Education:

A High School Diploma (or GED) with experience is required.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience in a production/manufacturing setting.
Utilizing effective mentoring and coaching skills to motivate employees and promote positive team building.
Utilizing critical thinking skills to identify, analyze, and solve problems.
Analyzing schedules to ensure production process efficiency.
Minimum of 4 years' working in a manufacturing environment.
Basic computer knowledge and familiarization with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Communication:

Exception verbal and written communication skills.
Able to effectively and efficiently communicate issues and solutions to supervisors and employees.
Displays strong communication skills amongst supervisors, Line Leads, and team members.
Demonstrates and promotes personal accountability amongst Line Leads and team members.
Clearly communicates with alternate shifts to ensure smooth shift change.
Bilingual English and Spanish
Helpful.

Physical Requirements:

Strength:
Must be able to regularly lift 55 lbs.

Movement:
Must be able to stand/walk for an entire eight-hour shift—occasional bending, crouching, and crawling required.

Hearing:
Must be able to hear and understand work direction in a loud, distracting environment.

Vision:
Must be able to judge distance, identify details, and view computer screens regularly.

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Visual Pak Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visual Pak does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender (orientation or identification), sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis covered by federal, state, or local laws.

All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, skills, individual performance, and business needs_**.