Foundry Supervisor

Foundry Supervisor at KSB GIW Inc. Foundry Supervisor at KSB GIW Inc. in Thomson, Georgia Posted in 5 days ago.

Job Description:

Position Title:

Foundry Supervisor Location:

Thomson, GA Requisition ID:

JR_29121

Description:

KSB is a leading supplier of pumps, valves and related service. Our reliable, high-efficiency products are used in applications wherever fluids need to be transported or shut off, covering everything from building services,industry and water transport to waste water treatment, power plant processes and mining. Founded in 1871 in Frankenthal, Germany, the company has a presence on all continents with its own sales and marketing organisations and manufacturing facilities. Around the globe, more than 190 service centres and around 3,500 service specialists are on hand to provide local inspection, servicing, maintenance and repair services under the KSB SupremeServ brand. Innovative technology that is the fruit of KSB's research and development activities forms the basis for the company's success. People. Passion. Performance. It is these three success factors that make KSB the company it is today. At KSB, we recognise that it is people who actually make the difference - the people we employ and the people we serve. This is why we are committed to equal rights and treatment worldwide and never lose sight of the aspects ecology and sustainability when manufacturing our products. Foundry Supervisor KSB GIW, Inc.

Department:

Thomson Foundry Reports to:

Foundry Superintendent Location:

Thomson, GA Shift:

2nd

FLSA Status:

Hourly

OVERVIEW

: The second shift foundry supervisor will lead a skilled manufacturing team of over 30 staff members. The role involves organizing resources and processes to meet daily and weekly targets while focusing on directing, rewarding, disciplining, training, and supporting team members on the factory floor.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety and Quality Leadership:

Upholding a clean and safe work environment. Collaborating with the maintenance team on equipment breakdowns and repairs.

Team Leadership and Development:

Supporting manufacturing staff in achieving goals through clear communication and performance evaluation. Promoting personal growth opportunities for employees and resolving disputes among manufacturing staff.

Decision-Making and Initiative:

Identifying and addressing process bottlenecks. Analyze production records for continuous improvement and follow up on improvement projects.

Planning and Coordination:

Enforcing company policies and ensuring adherence to production schedules. Maintaining professional schedules and assisting other departments as needed.

Inventory and Asset Management:

Evaluating production equipment conditions.

Training and Communication:

Developing and delivering training programs for both classroom and shop floor settings.

Supervision and Delegation:

Counseling employees for optimal workflow and implementing cost-saving strategies. Flexibility to work various shifts and perform additional duties as management assigns.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, six years of relevant foundry supervisory experience and/or training, or a combination of both. Skills & Qualifications Proven supervisory experience with strong problem-solving and process standardization skills. Excellent coaching and communication abilities. Proficiency in navigating SAP and Microsoft tools. Comprehensive understanding of production planning processes. Strong strategic planning capabilities. Ability to address complex issues across multiple departments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequently:

Standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling