Supervisor, Production - 2nd Shift

Nordson EFD, a global leader in Engineered Fluid Dispensing, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment. Summary of the role As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected. The Production Supervisor oversees all aspects of the Production team. This individual will work closely with other supervisors and managers to ensure all in-process production metrics, as well as plant KPI's, are being met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Hold daily shift meeting with a focus on safety, security, performance, quality, and continuous improvement. Demonstrate and promote the Nordson safety culture of "Journey to Zero" and that all accidents are preventable. Participate in root cause investigations of safety, security and/or quality improvement opportunities. Manage and ensure proper training of Production Associates. Provide work assignments and all other daily shift activities to Production Team members. Ensure the timely opening and closing of production orders in SAP; Propose schedule adjustments as appropriate. Coordinate with the Production Planning department to ensure priority jobs are scheduled and completed on time. Identify and implement changes to production processes to improve on-time delivery, scrap rate, and production rates. Communicate problems, needs and other important information to department manager and/or other supervisors as appropriate. Coordinate resolution of quality issues as needed. Communicate assembly equipment concerns and ensure corrective action is taken in a timely manner. Ensure assembly of parts/material in accordance with work instructions and at a rate determined by the job standard Collaborate with the other department and shift supervisors Identify and lead continuous improvement projects to improve productivity, safety, and quality Supervise, coach, and counsel employees to address performance concerns and achieve a high level of performance. Interview and hire employees as needed to ensure a fully productive team. Contribute to success of team by submitting improvement ideas, identifying potential problems, providing feedback on new methods or method changes and by displaying a positive, cooperative attitude in working with orders. Practice good housekeeping and appropriate measures to prevent pollution or other negative impacts on the environment. Other related duties depending on business needs.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED, college degree preferred 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 3 years' experience in a supervisory/lead role Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing or ISO Certified company preferred Knowledge of Injection Molding, automated assembly equipment and manual product assembly

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate. Ability to maintain a positive attitude while multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced environment. Ability to proactively problem solve and follow up in a timely manner. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively Excellent written and verbal communication skills Some mechanical capability & basic computer skills required Detail-oriented, self-starter with a passion to deliver excellence is essential Team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn Bilingual in Spanish a plus Ability to read, write and communicate in English as it relates to this position and safety required Interested? If you are interested in being a part of a team and creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, please apply online with your CV. About Nordson EFD Nordson EFD is a world-leading designer and manufacturer of fluid dispensing systems and single-use fluid packaging. By joining our team today, you will help us bring innovative ideas to life. Nordson EFD is a global team that works to create systems and consumables that improve the fluid dispensing process. We offer a supportive culture in a growing and dynamic work environment. Whether you're just beginning your career or you're a seasoned professional, there's a place for you to belong at Nordson EFD. We offer hourly and salary positions in production, maintenance, customer service, quality, engineering, and more. We actively invest in our teams to help you build your skillsets and advance your career. At Nordson, we believe that anything is possible. We empower our global team of employees to engineer, manufacture, and market innovative products and systems that are essential to everyday life. These differentiated products and systems are used for precision dispensing and processing and serve a variety of end markets, including packaging, transportation, medical, and electronics. Founded in 1954, we are guided by our values of integrity, respect for people, customer passion, energy, and excellence. We care for our employees and provide them with opportunities to advance their careers and make an impact, inside and outside of work. Nordson is headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, and has direct operations in more than 35 countries to support our products and systems with application expertise and a direct global sales and service organization.