Production supervisor / machine operator 1stshift / 2ndshift

Summary

Meriwether Wire is a new joint venture operation, set up in Bowling Green, KY to manufacture high quality wire fencing products, predominantly for the agricultural market.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supporting the production operations and other assigned department(s) to achieve production requirements on the 1stshift (6am-2pm) or the 2ndshift (2pm-10pm) Responsible for the coordination of activities within his/her scope of control and sets priorities to accomplish business goals. The Production Supervisor is a "hands on" working lead role and will be expected to perform duties of a machine operator or forklift driver while managing others.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish standard work and work sequence for production lines and holds team accountable for meeting daily production goals.
• Organize and direct production team appropriately to achieve optimal workflow to meet production deadlines.
• Plan daily production for the team and communicate expectations to the team.
• Ensure materials and supplies are available and accurate for production workflow.
• Identifies areas of improvement and training needs.
• Oversee the running and completion of all assigned work orders.
• Sends out a daily shift hand off report to the management team.
• Ensures company rules and regulations are followed on the production floor.
• Ensure a safe work environment for the production team.
• Record, notify, and report unsafe working conditions immediately to the Production Manager.
• Maintain up-to-date professional and technical knowledge by attending educational training as assigned by the managers.

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.

The applicant should have the ability to solve problems unconventionally. It will sometimes be necessary to fabricate parts for machines to remain in production, while not causing further damage. This will require a good mechanical mindset that carries a balance of ingenuity, creativity, and a heavy consideration for the safety of the team and longevity of the machines.

This equipment is best described as “complicatedly simple”, and the candidate will be expected to learn not only how to operate the machines, but also the intricacies of what makes these machines run efficiently while producing the highest quality product possible.

This position requires someone who leads from the front and who can absolutely be the pulse of a great work culture that is focused on the success of Meriwether Wire, as well as the success of his/her teammates.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma and/or equivalent experience
• Experience in process manufacturing is desirable as is mechanical experience.

Time Management Skills

• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work well under pressure

Communication Skills

• Good organizational and communication skills
• Leadership skills in a fast-paced environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Work Location: In person