Extrusion supervisor

This position is responsible for directly overseeing and supporting the employees in the Extrusion department. This position is also responsible for processing all orders, while recognizing priorities to ensure on time delivery and customer satisfaction for both internal and external customers. This person will be cross trained in multiple areas as needed to meet department and business needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following description of work to be performed by this individual is not intended to be all-inclusive. Rather, it focuses on the major tasks that must be accomplished.

• Ensure that safety is always the number one priority at company; promote and support a safe work environment and safety oriented culture by following all safety programs and guidelines
• Exhibit active leadership in order to model and support the company’s vision and strategies
• Continuously build relationships throughout the department in order to best serve and support co-workers and employees
• Ensure the department has the tools and resources to keep other departments informed of any delays or changes in scheduled arrival times of products required by the department
• Work with the Extrusion Manager to manage the department’s labor and expense budget and ensure expenses are within the budget
• Continually improve the method in which the department determines and delivers products to be shipped to our customers
• Provide leadership to Extrusion department team members:
• • Ensure expectations and responsibilities are known and followed
  • Ensure proper resourcing and staffing
  • Communicate priorities and project assignments
  • Monitor employee performance and evaluations
  • Provide continuing education, training and development, and coaching opportunities
  • Delegate special projects
  • Develop and implement adequate cross-training
• Respond to emergency situations during and after standard hours to resolve issues that may arise
• Participate in the interviewing and selection process for department openings as needed
• Identify and implement methods for reducing costs and expenses in the department
• Apply continuous improvement techniques to improve department operations
• Partner with the Extrusion Manager to manage work schedules
• Partner with various managers and teams to continuously analyze and ensure the quality of aluminum extrusions meets company standards
• Review and analyze department data and trends to make continuous improvement recommendations
• Oversee continuous improvement initiatives in regards to revenue generation and top die performance
• Review and submit employee time sheets bi-weekly and PTO requests as needed

OTHER JOB DUTIES: (Not considered essential to the job)

• Perform all other related assignments (including special projects) as required in a professional and cooperative manner.

The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Company reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education:

• • High school diploma or equivalent degree
  • Associates or Bachelors degree in business management or related program preferred

2. Experience:

• • 3 years of manufacturing experience required
  • 2 years of Aluminum Extrusion experience preferred
  • 2 years of leadership experience preferred

3. Other required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• • Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to recognize safety concerns
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong listening skills
  • Ability to provide strong servant leadership skills and support to team members
  • Ability to take part in continuous education and training
  • Ability to interact at a high level with all levels of the organization
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in every situation
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of all key extrusion department components
  • Ability to work flexible hours, overtime and on-call
  • Ability to lead and influence others
  • Blueprint reading

EQUIPMENT USED

• • Office equipment (computer, phone, printer, scanner, copier and fax machine)
  • Measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measure, etc.)
  • All equipment included in extrusion press are