What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR position at United Plastic Fabricating Inc?
Description
Are you looking to learn LEAN manufacturing? Want to work for a company where you can learn and grow? This could be the opportunity for you!
UPF is the nation’s leader in the manufacture of plastic water tanks for the fire industry. In addition, we design and manufacture a variety of products for the industrial and trucking markets.
Responsible for supervising, coordinating and directing daily activities of production staff, including but not limited to: production schedules; production processes; training, quality, safety and time standards.
- Develop a solid understanding of the processes and support systems in place to yield the required product quality and consistency. Foster a culture of lean. Identify and remove elements of waste from the manufacturing value chain. Promote continuous improvement initiatives to reach and sustain the highest level of operational excellence.
- Execute production plan by scheduling and assigning team members to meet customer demand.
- Ensure proper training and development of employees. Coach and develop while maintaining an open and respectful culture focused on teamwork and meeting goals.
- Ensure that safety, product quality, and on-time delivery goals are clearly and frequently communicated to the production staff.
- Effectively interface with internal departments and customers, as needed.
- Report results of production flow on shift reports
- Support and contribute to team activities in product development, supplier and raw materials development, and engineering design.
Requirements
- Willing to be a hands-on leader with strong communication and computer skills
- Strong analytical skills.
- Ability and desire to build strong relationships and collaborate well with business partners.
- Desire and ability to be a change agent to lead the production team to higher levels of operational excellence.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering desired
What we offer:
• 4-day Work Week
• Paid Time Off
• Gainsharing Program! Potential to Earn an extra Paycheck per month!
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with Match
• Student Loan Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Opportunities for Flexible Work Opportunities
UPF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, national origin, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.
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