PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR SHIFT 3

Position Overview

Summary: As Production Supervisor you will play a crucial role in driving operational excellence and efficiency within the organization. The Production Supervisor will supervise and coordinate the activities of the operators to ensure the product is manufactured with Safety, Quality, and on-time Delivery as top priorities. You will be involved in implementing and overseeing continuous improvement initiatives, methodologies, and strategies to enhance processes, reduce waste, and optimize overall performance. The position is instrumental in fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency and driving positive change across the organization.

Essential Functions

• Supervise production work teams and individual employees to comply with company policies and to meet safety customer quality and on-time delivery needs.
• Ensure teams work in a safe manner and maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager and VP of Manufacturing to identify key areas for improvement.
• Maintain established housekeeping standards.
• Help to set daily, weekly, and monthly operational goals and ensure these are met.
• Analyze work orders to estimate labor hours and create machine schedules that meet both internal and external needs.
• Establish and adjust work methods or procedures to meet production schedules.
• Schedule and/or approve overtime and vacation requests.
• Coach teams and individuals in continuous improvement efforts.
• Interface with others in the organization to ensure customer requirements and deadlines are met.
• Inspect and measure parts and products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Assist operators to adjust machines and equipment to improve safety, quality or throughput.
• Implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Suggest improvements in working conditions and equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
• Analyze and resolve work-related problems.
• Maintain time and production records.
• Review daily production reports and forms.
• Attend Daily Manufacturing Review Meetings.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure that continuous improvement efforts align with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices.
• Adhere to relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols to ensure that work meets legal and regulatory requirements.
• Follow company rules and guidelines.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.