$60,000 to $70,000 per year
NightsJob Overview:
The Production Supervisor will oversee production operations for multiple departments. The position guarantees that manufacturing remains a smooth and efficient process by supervising and coordinating activities of employees who are manufacturing Quaker products and materials.
The Production Supervisor organizes workflows, coordinates production schedule and activities with support departments. The position also resolves production problems related to methods, tools, fixtures, materials and manpower.
Job Duties Include:
- Plan, prioritize, execute and monitor a production plan
- Organize employees and department schedules, Know the backlog
- Direct efforts of manufacturing staff, ensuring all work is coordinated, downtime is minimized, and products meet established quality standards
- Provide leadership and direction to all employees.
- Monitor & manage on-time-complete and drops per labor hour results for production, work with production leads on any improvements
- Evaluate materials and units produced to maintain company quality standards
- Understand the inventory process and supply needs for departments in their purview
- Confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities between departments
- Prepare and submit daily production reports on performance and progress to the Production Manager
- Review, analyze and identify cost, quality, schedule and inventory variances. Develop and implement corrective actions for negative variances
- Develop procedures and techniques to reduce process variation and manufacturing delays, while increasing productivity
- Audit the production line and address efficiency/employee issues with the lead. Work to produce a solution while holding employees accountable
- Confirm line machinery and tools are clean and function properly.
- Ensure all operators follow safety policies and protocols
- Acquire an understanding of the purpose and reporting for Quaker’s Open Book Management initiative. Train production leads and other employees on OBM.
- Participate in interviewing, hiring, training, development, administration of corrective action and evaluation of staff
- Manage and coach a team of employees. Address employee concerns and complaints in a professional manner. Treat all employees equally
- Display and promote Quaker’s core values
- Verify production staff complete all mandatory training.
- Communicate via email, plan and develop staffing schedules assigning employees to specific duties
- Complete basic time keeping skills
- Coordinate daily production activities with other shift managers
- Fill in as a backup in the Production Manager’s absence.
- Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location.
- Interact and communicate with employees and customers in an appropriate manner.
- Availability on site to confer with staff members with whom the employee must interact on a regular basis.
- Oversee the completion of assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner.
We Offer a Competitive Total Rewards Package!
Competitive pay + dynamic profit-sharing program
Employer-paid medical premiums (effective Day 1!)
Dental, vision, life, and long-term disability
Paid time off & 401(k) with company match
Opportunities for advancement
Be part of a company that values open-book management and innovation
Qualifications
- Proficient with Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, Outlook
- Basic knowledge of Quaker’s products including parts, vinyl profiles, and aluminum extrusions
- Proficiency in Quaker’s proprietary software
Preferred Education and Experience
- High school diploma or a passed General Education Development test required
- Associate’s Degree in a relevant field preferred
- 2 Years Supervisory experience preferred
- 3 Years Manufacturing experience required
- Self-Motivated with a Results-Driven Approach
- Reasoning: Analysis, Evaluation, Syntheses
- Problem Solving
- Communication Proficiency & Listening
- Servant Leadership
- Professionalism
- Emotional Intelligence
- Safety Focused
- Quality Focused
Physical Requirements:
- regularly lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds;
- work shifts of at least 8-10 hours, and occasionally longer, for 5-6 days each week; and
- stand for prolonged periods
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. The standard work schedule is Monday through Thursday, from 4:30 PM to 3:00 AM. Occasional overtime may be required on Fridays for up to 8 hours. Please note that start times may vary, and hours are subject to change based on business needs. Supervisor may be required to report earlier than the scheduled start time as needed.
Work Environment
Other Duties and Responsibilities
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