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AMETEK Superior Tube Company is a global leader in the manufacture of high performance precision metal tubes that are used in a variety of critical applications in, defense, energy, medical, and aerospace. Reporting directly to the Manager, Operations, the 1st Shift Production Supervisor will be responsible for all aspects of manufacturing of high-quality precision tubing on 1st shift. We are seeking a candidate with strong skills capable of driving safety, quality, on time delivery and continuous improvement efforts. Responsibilities include leading daily production meetings on schedules and metrics; training and mentoring of personnel to achieve Safety, Quality, and Delivery of products through various product areas.

Requirements:

• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
• Experience in a manufacturing environment of two years
• Experience leading teams for problem solving, corrective action, and other continuous improvements
• Previous Supervisory experience of hourly operators required. Superivisory experience in a metals manufacturing environment preferred.

Strong communication skills required to: Drive an injury free workplace; transfer pertinent information between shifts with other shift supervisors; reinforce policies and verbatim compliance with operators; and Interact and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization

Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as inspection and non-destructive testing (preferred)

Practical understanding of Quality Assurance, Production Planning, and Safety

Supervisory experience of 5 years (preferred)

Previous experience working with union operators (preferred)

Four-year or two-year college degree in an engineering field preferred but not required

Technical Knowledge:

Ability to read and interpret production work orders

Practical understanding of quality and safety standards, procedures and forms

Must have proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel.

Leadership Skills:

Set performance expectations and establish commitment and accountability

Enforce strict adherence to company policies, procedures and work orders

Lead team-based improvement efforts

Builds cohesive teams. Promotes teamwork. Leads by example.

Analytical Ability/Problem Solving/Concentration:

Able to troubleshoot and assess problems with production machinery

Ensure proper use of resources to maximize quality and productivity

Ability to read and interpret data to ensure product meets customer requirements