Company Description

Responsible for the supervision of operational activities in given manufacturing areas in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and standards to achieve established production schedules and desired quality levels.

Job Description

Accountabilities:

• Supervises the activities and personnel engaged in manufacturing of products within their assigned department and shift.
• Interprets, applies, and/or enforces all company policies, programs, rules, regulations, labor contracts, and safety rules.

• Achieves departmental, plant, and corporate goals for safety, quality and productivity.
• Promotes clean, safe work areas thought the plant by continuously checking for hazardous conditions.
• Leads production employees in continuous improvement activities.
• Maintains employee morale by portraying a positive image of the company.
• Develops, directs and manages manufacturing personnel and trains them to properly utilize all equipment and tools.
• Directs manufacturing personnel to maintain product quality and meet customers’ requirements.
• Consistently administers company policies and practices regarding attendance, performance, etc.
• Communicates with employees on a regular basis.
• Participates in activities such as training and safety programs in order to enhance the overall effectiveness of the work area(s) involved.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 3-6 years supervisory experience preferred in manufacturing.
• Maintains the technical and managerial skills required to effectively administer the production process.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, delegation and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be adaptable to change and have the ability/desire to make a difference.
• Solid math skills and measurements are essential.
• Ability to read a drawing.
• Knowledge of CNC computerized equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Experience in finishing/assembly of wood components is a plus.
• Knowledge of the cabinet industry is a plus.

Education:

BS degree or AS degree in a technical or business related field preferred.

Additional Information

Work Environment:

• Office environment with frequent environmental exposure to low-grade radiation from computer monitors
• Manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to wood dusts and cabinet-making related materials.
• Wearing of Personal Protection Equipment required when on manufacturing floor: eye and ear protection.

Sensory/ Physical Requirements:

Sensory:

• Frequent speaking, hearing, near vision, far vision and touch.
• Ability to address large groups of Employees at all levels of the organization including Executives in both formal and informal settings.

Physical:

• Frequent head/neck static position, rotation, flexion and extension. 
• Frequent change in torso/back position, frequent stooping, bending and twisting. 
• Frequent finger dexterity.
• Frequent simple grasp, firm grasp and wrist flexion. 
• Occasional sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling.
• Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching and carrying.

Reasonable Accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants with disabilities.