Assistant Supervisor

Assistant Supervisor 2.8 2.8 out of 5 stars Sparta, TN 38583

Job Summary:

The Assistant Supervisor is responsible for assisting the Production Supervisor with ensuring that the production output in the department under their direction is completed at the expected production rate while maintaining a high standard of quality and safety. The successful candidate will be a reliable, self-motivated, results-oriented individual who possesses and utilizes their strong organizational, technical and mechanical skills to motivate those around him/her through exemplary leadership.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

Supervise the activities of the department by adhering to established procedures and approved processes. Oversee and be able to troubleshoot all production operations in the department. This includes understanding the relevant production equipment, examples of such equipment would be: CNC routing machines, coil handling equipment, automated presses, roll formers, automated screw feeders, riveters or glue equipment. Plan, schedule, and coordinate departmental activities to fulfill production orders, meet inventory requirements, and deliver manufactured products in a timely manner. Have a thorough knowledge of manufacturing methods, techniques, and related equipment and be able to apply this knowledge to devise and implement improvements. Must provide management personnel with data-driven production updates by submitting daily reports and occasionally creating or collecting other types of production data that would be helpful in analyzing performance. Communicate continuously and work harmoniously with supervisors in other departments, and/or shifts, to ensure that resources are deployed effectively. Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications. Must be familiar with the product's construction and application. Must promote a safe work environment. Must be able to handle disciplinary matters that may arise with employees. Assist in quality training of employees. Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Have a High School diploma, GED or equivalent with at least three years of progressive manufacturing or sheet metal fabrication experience. Have the flexibility to work on different shifts, when required, to meet production or project goals. Experience in overseeing a continuous assembly line is a plus.

Essential Mental Functions:

The successful candidate must be a highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently or collaboratively as a member of a team; above all, must be solutions oriented. Must exhibit strong leadership skills as well as possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and easily adapt to changing situations.

Essential Physical Functions:

Be able to safely lift or move at least 50lbs Be able to safely climb stairs or a ladder

Equipment Used:

Computer, Calculator, Blueprints, Scales, Measuring Devices of all types and other equipment as required.

Additional Comments:

As an international corporation Hörmann LLC prizes diversity in all positions; therefore, candidates with second language ability especially in Spanish or German will be given additional consideration; however, fluency in English is required.