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StarrTrax

Manufacturing Supervisor - 1st Shift

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A Production Supervisor supervises workers and production schedules, monitors supplies, and oversees quality assurance at a production facility.

$73,568 / year median in Massachusetts

+8% projected growth

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JOB TITLE
Manufacturing Supervisor
LOCATION
Southbridge, MA COMPANY:
Global manufacturing company
JOB TYPE
Full-time, direct hire with full benefits on day #1
SHIFT:
First shift working 6am-2:30pm, Monday through
Friday PAY:
Base salary plus 8%-10% annual bonus Your Contribution Supervises the activity of direct reports within the same department. Provides first level supervision for assigned department(s) including attaining production schedules and maintaining process control to produce the quality and the quantity of products required. Encourages the use of Lean principles and leads by example. Supervises activities of department personnel in collaboration with department group leaders. Maintains an adequate supply of materials and tooling. Maintains process controls and attains weekly production schedules. Works with Manufacturing Manager, Production Control, Sales, Shift Supervisors, Customer Service and Engineering in establishing new processes and/or improvements. Conducts daily shop floor management meetings (Level 2 or 3) and monthly departmental cell meetings. Follows up on actions required. Promotes culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. Utilizes PSO concepts along with action plans that describe who, what, where and when; obtains the resources or support for the program or project. Monitors material quality of finished product; correlates material defects and recommends corrective action. Ensures that assigned employees receive all job-related training and maintains a training matrix for use in making job assignments. Assists in budgeting processes and is responsible for budget control within assigned departments. Evaluates individual performance against department goals and objectives and provides an annual performance review for each employee. Assures compliance with all company policies and procedures including safety rules and regulations. Assures compliance with specified production methods, processes and procedures. Ensures that the responsibility for product quality and productivity is driven down to the lowest level of the organization utilizing PSO concepts. Ensures that direct labor reporting, record keeping and indirect labor are accurately reported on a daily basis. Utilizes process capability knowledge to reduce cycle times and to estimate cycle times and yields for quotation purposes. Your Qualifications B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline or equivalent experience. Minimum five (5) years related supervisory or engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. Computer proficiency and experience using Microsoft Office software. Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Effective communication skills:
listening, writing, speaking and oral presentations. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and develop subordinates and to create effective working relationships with all functions and levels within the company. Strong analytical problem-solving abilities. Self-motivated and results oriented. Good judgement and good decision-making ability. Ability to work on a team, including being an effective team leader. Effective management skills-plan, direct, organize and control. Ability to manage resources; equipment, personnel and time on multiple shifts. Ability to provide leadership for change and continuous improvement on multiple shifts. Ability to support department and corporate policies and goals, e.g. Strategy Framework, Operational Excellence, Lean Principles. Due to the nature of work performed at this facility, US Person status may be required.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (i.e. H-1B visa status)? There is one opening on 1st shift (6:00am-2:30pm) working Monday through Friday. Are you willing and able to work this shift schedule?
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
implementing lean manufacturing concepts: 2 years (Required) supervising manufacturing personnel: 3 years (Required) providing support of manufacturing machinery and processes: 3 years (Required) manufacturing: 5 years (Required)
Language:
English (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Southbridge, MA 01550 (Required)
Work Location:
In person