Production Supervisor -2nd Shift

Summary: A Hynes Production Supervisor is the frontline manager responsible for coordinating the workflow of the production floor in a union environment. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for developing and maintaining efficient work methods while collaborating with employees to increase productivity while continuing to maintain a high level of quality and a strong safety record.

As a Plant Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing or production facility. Your role involves managing a team, ensuring production targets are met, maintaining quality standards, and promoting a safe and efficient working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Includes the following:

• Responsible for executing the established production schedule utilizing union production employees.
• Maintain a working relationship with the Union by managing within the guidelines of the collective bargaining unit.
• Evaluate production employees and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and training.
• Consistently e-mail status updates and escalations as needed to the Hynes team that will drive actions from other departments.
• Review and approve timecards daily for all union employees.
• Complete Product Quality Audits using Smartsheet app.
• Review and Enter production data using Hynes MRP system (MISys)
• Complete FAI’s as needed when Quality Technician is not available to ensure we are running quality products upon startup.
• Perform and document inventory cycle counts as needed using the Cycle Count Smartsheet.
• Monitor employee output using cloud-based reporting and analytics platform
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing the workforce in established policies and procedures.
• Communicate maintenance needs to Maintenance manager using CMMS
• Perform and document Plant Safety Audits.
• Perform a shift handoff with incoming supervisor to ensure a smooth transition from one shift to the next.
• Adhere to and enforce all Company Rules and Regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

1. Team Management:
   • Supervise and lead a team of production workers, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and adherence to production schedules.
2. Production Planning:
   • Collaborate with production planners to establish daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts and resource availability.
3. Quality Control:
   • Monitor and enforce quality control standards to ensure that products meet specifications. Implement corrective actions as needed to address quality issues.
4. Process Optimization:
   • Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency gains. Implement changes to enhance overall plant performance.
5. Health and Safety Compliance:
   • Enforce and promote adherence to safety protocols and guidelines. Conduct regular safety inspections and address potential hazards promptly.
6. Equipment Maintenance:
   • Coordinate with maintenance teams to schedule and perform routine maintenance on plant equipment. Minimize downtime through effective maintenance planning.
7. Inventory Management:
   • Oversee inventory levels, ensuring that raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods are appropriately managed to meet production requirements.
8. Training and Development:
   • Provide training and development opportunities for plant personnel. Foster a culture of continuous learning and skill development.
9. Communication:
   • Maintain clear and open communication channels with other departments, including logistics, procurement, and quality control, to ensure seamless operations.
10. Performance Metrics:
    • Establish key performance indicators to measure plant performance.
11. Regulatory Compliance:
    • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and environmental guidelines.
12. Conflict Resolution:

Address interpersonal conflicts and employee concerns promptly and effectively. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.

Qualification Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and health and safety regulations.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles is advantageous.

Education and/or Experience: Proven experience as Shift Supervisor. 3-7 years’ experience in leading and managing production workers.

Skills:  Supervision, Communication, Conflict Resolution, Leadership, Computer Skill (excel, word), Critical Thinking, Interpersonal Skills, Time and Priority Management, Process Improvement,

Work Environment: Manufacturing and mill environment.