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Maintain departmental safety and cleanliness inspections, participate in the Safety Committee, and ensure accurate and timely completion of incident alerts. Complete quality issue analysis, including root-cause analysis (5 Why), participate in Quality Meetings and Quality Teams, and respond to all QNs assigned to the area within the required timeframe. Work with the Quality Department and parent company to ensure customer-oriented continuous improvement is facilitated, including composing and conducting quality audits. Actively participate in employee retention improvement and turnover reduction programs, along with leading interviews and submitting payroll for the department. Continuously improve the organizational structure to achieve sales growth and company objectives for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity, along with timely completion of corrective actions. Maintain and procure all required assets for the department to achieve goals in conjunction with the Industrial Engineering (IE) Department and actively participate in improvement walks. Actively participate in the company's suggestion, quality, efficiency, and cost-saving programs and provide support for developing the strategic direction of the Gearbox Department at NORD. Draft and edit Job Instructions (JIs) for approval in accordance with global standards. Ensure proper use of JIs and completion of required JI retraining. Develop training plans for the assembly of gearboxes, implement training, and maintain training logs, including forklift training. Conduct meetings, including Kaizen and accountability meetings; complete all standard work procedures; communicate effectively across shifts; and coordinate maintenance needs, including entering tickets and supporting projects. Optimize product flow and productivity through supervision and employee assignments to meet or exceed on-time delivery expectations, while developing Leads to do the same. Work with Production Scheduling, Customer Logistics, and Inventory to maintain a high percentage of on-time order shipments. Create a motivated workforce and a climate of inclusiveness for all employees. Ensure all company policies, procedures, and practices are followed, including ISO, Human Resources, Safety, and other applicable requirements. Take responsibility for all Gearbox Department operations and become a subject matter expert. This includes areas such as Inputs, Bevels, Clinchers, In-Lines, Worms, customer options, Lean, maintenance, Industrial Engineering needs, and adherence to NORD global standards. Control costs to adhere to the current budget and provide value-added input for future-year budgets. Perform other duties as assigned. Why Join NORD? At NORD Gear, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on our production operations while developing employees and helping drive continuous improvement. You'll work alongside a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality products to our customers while maintaining a safe and positive workplace. Enjoy a consistent 4-day workweek with a 3-day weekend! This position works Monday through Thursday from 2:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. What We're Looking For Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Experience working with assembly processes, production flow, or similar manufacturing operations. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to identify process improvements and apply Lean manufacturing principles. Experience with quality systems, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels. Ability to coach, develop, and hold employees accountable while maintaining a positive and inclusive work environment. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and technical documentation. Working knowledge of safety, quality, and continuous improvement practices. Previous experience with Job Instruction (JI), 5S, Kaizen, or similar Lean methodologies is preferred. Forklift certification/training experience is a plus. The Gearbox Assembly Supervisor is responsible for the efficient and quality assembly of NORD Gearboxes using approved NORD assembly methods and instructions in a safe, clean and well organized work environment (5S); maintaining proper product flow through the Gearbox department and meeting the department's customers (external, gearbox assembly, and shipping) needs; ensuring all external agencies (UL, etc.) practices are followed; working with Customer Experience and Engineering to resolve work issues; identifying waste, problems with product flow or other problems within the process and solving using lean techniques - creating an environment of continuous improvement; ensuring proper training methods (JI) being utilized in the work area; maintaining adequate staffing and proper tools and equipment necessary to ensure all work can be performed in a safe and efficient manner.