Production Supervisor

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for managing small work teams in a fast-paced, high volume, unionized, manufacturing environment. The Production Supervisor is responsible for ensuring team safety; building teams and training / allocating manpower; driving and implementing continuous improvement solutions to improve product quality and reach throughput and cost targets; and ensuring team morale.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the production plan is met, analyzes issues with other roles, drives and implements continuous improvement activities and sustainability of solutions inside the Zone.
• Ensure a safe workplace, leads the Team to improve Safety in the area and enforces the use of mandated Safety tools and procedures.
• Understand losses during the Shift, use the C-Matrix to coordinate World Class Manufacturing activities and improve Zone performances.
• Proactively analyzes quality KPIs related to the Zone, prioritizes quality issues and properly guides Team Leaders.
• Ensure the right allocation of the people on the line, manages absenteeism, trains and builds teams.
• Possess knowledge of the broader manufacturing organization and can mobilize support groups and resources to lead and assist in problem solving activities.
• Actively participate and lead kaizen project activities centered on Safety, Cost, Quality and Throughput improvements and waste reduction opportunities identified through cost deployment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required
• Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams
• Ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
• 2 or more years' experience in supervision in a high-volume environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
• Previous experience working in a union environment
• Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs

Must be available to work 1st/2nd

Current shift is 1st, but candidate could be moved to 2nd.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1998 in Clinton Township, Michigan, Prestige Engineering is part of the Prestige Group, a family of companies providing engineering and skilled trades staffing, prototype and specialty vehicle builds, warehousing, assembly, and distribution. We are recognized by the State of Michigan as a Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly Employer, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

WHY PRESTIGE?

At Prestige, you're more than a job title. We value your skills, recognize your contributions, and provide opportunities to grow. Join a company where your work matters and your future has possibilities.

Benefits: Medical • Dental • Vision • Prescription • PTO • Paid Holidays • 401(k) • And More!

WORK AUTHORIZATION

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. No visa sponsorship available.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Prestige Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to any status protected by federal, state, or local law, including protected veteran status and disability.

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