Manufacturing Supervisor / Day Shift Thur, Fri, Sat 6am-6:30pm and every other Wed 6am-2:30pm. $67,000-$80,000 plus 5% differential

Manufacturing Essex Junction, VT

PRIMARY EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVES
In addition to performing production leadership responsibilities, the Manufacturing Supervisor serves as a role model for his/her team members and is responsible for providing hands-on leadership within the Manufacturing Department, particularly in the areas of communication, work procedures and safety.  As a member of management, the supervisor is to lead by example in a professional and efficient manner at all times.
 
SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Ensure that all processes are performed in a manner consistent with applicable safety guidelines and procedures.
  • Manage shift staffing to support manufacturing needs.
  • Ensure staff understands and is able to perform in a manner consistent with the company purpose and values.
  • Continuously work to improve Lean manufacturing processes and 5S activities that eliminate non-value added work and improve work conditions and safety.
  • Ensure that manufacturing stays on schedule and communicates issues timely and effectively.
  • Supervise Team Lead, including delegation of work and duties to be performed daily.
  • Ensure management metrics are sustained and reported accurately and in a timely fashion.
  • Ensure that the team meets or exceeds quality standards.
  • Build a positive team environment.  Actively listen to staff and co-workers.  Lead by example.
  • Work cross-functionally with other departments on a regular basis on improvements; achieving goals, and other projects.
  • Inform Operations Manager on awareness of all issues (e.g., equipment, process, or people) that may affect the departmental objectives or goals.
  • Maintain accurate employee documentation for staff; including attendance and performance information for reviews and/or corrective action.  Address employee’s issues in a timely, professional, confidential manner.
  • Complete Performance reviews at 6 and 12 months.
  • Provide training to staff to ensure a productive, efficient and safe department.  Ensure all employees understand the quality objectives and how they contribute.  Cross-train all employees and maintain cross-training records.
  • Ensure ISO9000 policy and procedures are followed.  Changes must be discussed with appropriate personnel and approved.  Policy and procedures must be revised if changes are implemented, along with training.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skill & Experience Requirements
  • Associates degree in Business, Management or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
  • 5+ years’ experience in lead or supervisory role working in a manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and the related standard operating procedures preferred.
  • Mechanical aptitude and experience in an injection molding environment preferred.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with clear written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent time management and project management skills
  • Good problem solving ability.
  • Ability to deal with confidential information in a professional and timely manner.
  • Ability to present ideas and results through both informal and formal presentations.
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and ERP system.
  • Experience in a Lean Manufacturing environment preferred.
  • U.S. Government authorization required.
Work environment (include physical requirements)
  • Manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.