Production Supervisor

Club Car boasts a 60 year history of industry-leading innovation and design, initially focused on golf cars and then expanding to commercial utility vehicles and personal-use transportation.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The Production Supervisor leads and coordinates daily operation of the production shift, with responsibility for achieving maximum quality and cost effectiveness in an on-time and efficient manner. He/she actively participates in all areas of employment, performance evaluations, associate relations, and associate development while promoting total employee involvement.  

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure a safe workplace is provided for all employees;frequentlyinspectsdepartmentfor safety compliance. Complete accident reports. Scheduleappropriate follow-upreviews;identifyaccidents related to operator/machineerrorandinitiatenecessary training to prevent future accidents.
• Supervise the activities of production associates to achieve objectiveswith regard toquality,costand time. Evaluate the performance of associates andcompletesnecessary reports. Recommend merit increases and training/development needs.
• Review daily and weekly shipping schedules and production capabilities toassureall deadlines are met. Check running orders/query dispatch lists todetermineschedule priorities. Coordinate andexpeditehot parts and assign rework.
• Inspect andmonitorproduction quality and equipment. Ensure quality procedures/practices are applied to the process, tooling, and equipment to achieve expected quality improvements. 
• Supervise the use of materials toassurean appropriate numberof parts are available tomaintainsmooth production flow;identifywasteful practices and methods; report any problems/concerns withviablesolutions to the Manager, Production; and report suggestions recommended by associates for procedure change, etc. 
• Promote and support the company's efforts in associate engagement, and "open door" communications through the developmentand orimplementation of various programs.
• Promote commitment to quality through attitude, behavior,communicationand implementation of programs and activities.
• Communicate shift management of daily problems and concerns, identifying areas needing attention to ensure the continuity of the operation.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintainssafeand productive work environment by assuring the work area is clear of tools, brooms, debris, and other items that may present a hazard.
• Will berequiredto perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB

Education:

• HighSchoolDiploma/Equivalentrequiredexperience.
• Advanced degree or other training preferred

Experience: 

• 5 years of production leadership experience is preferred 
• Previouswork experience in manufacturing as a supervisor or Group Leader isrequired
• Lean Manufacturing orSix Sigma experience a plus

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of computer programs such as Outlook, Excel, Word, etc. and timekeeping software such as ADP’seTimeor Kronos.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to enhance a team environment, includingdevelopmentof team-oriented leaders and members.
• Mustpossessclearthought process of defining problems, collecting data,establishingfacts, and drawing valid conclusions using Lean/Operational Excellence/continuous improvement methodologies.
• Able to train and develop talent and build bench strength. 
• Able to maketimelydecisions in stressful situations. 

• Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of management. 
• Good understanding of consumer products, high volume lean manufacturing, andstate-of-the-artmanufacturing processes. 
• An understanding of General Manufacturing best practices, fabrication operations and equipmentarerequired.  
• Exceptional leadership, motivational, and project management skills with the ability to drive issues and goals to closure. 
• Ability to integrate business, manufacturing, and technical elements. 
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of internal company and external associates, both written and orally, including the telephone.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires occasionallifting of objectsof objects 25 to 50 pounds.
• Work requires periodicstooping/bendingand frequent walking/standing.
• Work involves activities that require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, machines, or vehicles.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required totalk or listen. 
• This position may berequiredto stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel; reach with hand and arms, and stoop, kneel or crouch as needed. 
• Specific vision requirements include the ability tosee atclose range, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Club Car is a diverse and inclusive environment. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, dedicated to hiring a diverse workforce including individuals with disabilities and United States qualified protected veterans.  

Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated at Club Car.