What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift position at Fairbanks Morse Defense?
Position Summary
Plan, direct and supervise between direct labor employees who manufacture/assembly products to support engine construction and aftermarket components.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan, direct and supervise between 20-25 direct labor employees who assemble large engines, associated components, and engine skids.
- Key workforce skills include assembly, piping and electrical expertise
- Ensure a safe environment for employees through adherence to safety policies, assessing and eliminating hazards, improving housekeeping standards, conducting incident investigations, and implementing corrective action.
- Plan and execute production schedules to meet production requirements.
- Responsible for ensuring accurate inventory control of all WIP and FGI product within the department and minimizing inventory held through efficient planning and achievement of lower lead times
- Develop and realize productivity improvements through lean initiatives, Standard Work Instructions, and process improvements.
- Motivate, monitor, and counsel employees regarding work-related issues and performance. Gage workforce skills and initiate cross training programs as necessary.
- Develop and manage expense budgets for assigned departments.
Qualifications, Skills and Educational Requirements
- Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing-related field is highly preferred.
- HS Diploma or GED required.
- 5 years minimum experience and a proven track record in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Excellent communication, project management and organizational skills.
- Self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision with a result driven approach
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Word and Excel; experience with an ERP system is preferred. Oracle systems experience a plus.
- Formal lean training strongly desired for visual management and problem solving
- Solid understanding and interpretation of engineering drawings, technical plans, and engine schematics.
- Experience with large and complex industrial equipment and/or large engine assembly is strongly preferred. Preferred areas of focus include:
- Welding/piping knowledge and background
- Fabrication experience including pipe bending, pressure testing and out of position welding
- Large and complex assembly including standard work creation for industrial items and/or large engines
- Understanding of electrical systems such as wiring,
- Previous experience managing and supervising in a union-represented environment desired.