Supervisor Foreman Plant I - Hammond, IN

Location/Org Data : Logo: Job Summary:
Physical Requirements: Stand or Sit(Stationary position), Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion Function in the Job: Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work. Job Function:

• Responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily operations for a functional area that may include multiple departments or areas within the organization.
• Plans and establishes work schedules, assignments, and process sequences to meet production and safety goals.
• Routinely inspects production areas and monitors worker activities to proactively address safety risks and operational standards.
• Analyzes specifications, blueprints, work orders, inventory/production control reports to determine production requirements and schedules.
• Makes decisions or recommendations regarding labor needs.
• Troubleshoots production issues, assists staff with questions and serves as a technical resource for staff.
• Assists with review of performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and to determine areas needing cost reduction and program improvement.
• Utilizes inventory models, schedules, spreadsheets and reports to analyze inventory performance and forecasts.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Recommends changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency.
• Coordinates operations and activities within or between departments or areas.
• Explains and enforces company policies and procedures.
• Ensures staff have the information needed to do their job and follows up in a timely manner, as needed.
• Effectively leads group meetings with staff.
• Assists in the hiring process and/or makes recommendations.
• Ensures that staff are fully trained for the job they are performing.
• Motivates, mentors, trains, and develops staff.
• Prepares and conducts constructive and timely performance feedback for staff development.
• Addresses staff situations appropriately, when required.
• Responsible for adhering to/ensuring compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.

Required Skills:

• 0-5 years of supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of education and relevant operations experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• High School diploma/GED required.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes and machine capability, material handling, cost, inventory and quality management, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods required.
• Knowledge of company product(s) and their uses required.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Ability to make sound decisions based on a combination of factors including analysis, knowledge and experience, and judgment required.
• Ability to initiate and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers as well as internal/external customers required.
• Basic computer proficiency and working knowledge of software applications required.