A Manufacturing Production Supervisor supervises workers and production schedules, monitors supplies, and oversees quality assurance at a manufacturing facility or plant.
Milford, NH If interested in this job opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to humanresources@airmar.com.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Supervisor, assists in the coordination of activities in a production department, applying knowledge of production methods, processes, manpower and equipment. Serves as a back up to the Supervisor during temporary absences of the Supervisor. Observes all safety regulations including the use of personal protective equipment applicable to the use of electrical tooling and equipment, the use of heavy equipment and machinery, and the use of chemicals. Observes all safety regulations including boat operation/maritime safety practices, personal protective equipment applicable to the use of electrical tooling and equipment and applicable to the use of chemicals including isopropyl alcohol, flux, solder, glues, epoxies, and other chemicals as needed. Based on verbal and/or written instructions, builds new product as required. Builds and tests sample transducers for internal and external customer review. Documents all facets of the Engineering Lab Orders for future manufacturing documentation. Assist engineering personnel with preparing test boats for field tests. Performs tests on transducers in the engineering lab. Verifies products are built according to engineering documentation. Creates new electronic subassemblies to fit new products. Uses machining tools to fabricate parts for use in new and existing transducer designs. Tabulates and presents reports for each ELO request according to standards Assists other lab personnel on projects. Performs other duties as required or directed.
DUTIES/RESPONSBILITIES
Oversees a variety of complex operations and duties in the production area(s). Communicates with department personnel regarding processes, material, equipment, product quality, efficiency, and schedules. Assists in the transition of new products and processes into production. Able to train department personnel in all aspects of production processes. Assists in the training of new personnel. Assists in the development of operator skill level. Implements planned production schedules. Reviews schedules to coordinate materials, tooling, labor, and capacity. Identifies constraints and develops solutions. Provides production assignments to operators. Monitors machine and equipment performance. Coordinates maintenance mechanics for PM schedules and major machine repairs. Teaches and trains new operators. Sets up work areas and provides guidelines, instructions, and demonstrations. Coordinates with Training department personnel. Makes decisions on the quality of in-process assemblies and finished goods. Participates in the FAAR process where required. Assists the Engineering and Sales staff in the development of new products, pilots, and samples including the development of manufacturing processes and documentation. Oversees inventory management, coordinates cycle counts and reconciliation of inaccurate inventory balances. Monitors stock of consumables and expense items. Creates purchase requisitions for timely replenishment. Ability to read and understand product structures, work instructions and prints. As part of a team, supports and participates in continuous improvement activities. Completes production assignments as required. Dispositions rejected product to appropriate areas. Interacts positively with co-workers and leadership team.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Typically, 3-5 years' related on-the-job experience. Experience soldering, laminating, electrical and mechanical assembly, and testing based on requirements in assigned production group. Based on assigned production group, may be required to obtain a DOT medical certification with previous experience driving a (non-CDL) box truck, forklift, manlift and powered pallet jack.
Problem solving:
the ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
Visualization:
the ability to imagine how something will look after it is assembled, moved around or when its parts are rearranged.
Reasoning Skills:
the ability to apply general knowledge to specific problems to produce answers. Familiar with Microsoft Office.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ABILITIES
Job Requires Frequent Occasional None Bending Kneeling Squatting Climbing Standing Walking Sitting Reaching Fine Motor Skills Pushing Pulling Repetitive Motions Wrist Elbow Shoulder Hand Lifting Job Requires Frequent Occasional Up to 50 lbs. Up to 25 lbs.
