Our client, a renowned craft office furniture manufacturer, is seeking a Plant Supervisor to oversee all operations within the manufacturing facility. This role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities including production, maintenance, quality assurance, and personnel safety. The ideal candidate will have experience specifically in wood manufacturing. This position is full-time and direct hire with the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Management: Oversee plant operations in production, maintenance, quality, and safety. Ensure that manufacturing objectives are achieved efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Strategic Planning: Coordinate with department managers to ensure seamless plant activities, aiming for optimal output and resource allocation.
- Budget and Cost Control: Implement controls over costs related to operations, manpower, and wages. Monitor plant performance against production and quality standards.
- Safety and Compliance: Lead the development and enforcement of safety standards and programs to protect all personnel.
- Facility Management: Oversee the maintenance and upgrade of plant facilities and equipment as needed.
- Leadership and Development: Provide guidance and training to enhance team performance and achieve the company’s operational goals. Directly manage the production supervisor and other key personnel, handling hiring, disciplinary actions, and annual reviews.
- Continuous Improvement: Champion and implement continuous improvement strategies to enhance production efficiency and quality.
- Administrative Oversight: Maintain organizational standards of cleanliness and shop floor organization as daily expectations for all staff.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field or at least five years of management experience in a manufacturing setting.
- Experience in a wood furniture manufacturing environment
- Proficient understanding of budgets, financial statements, and manufacturing processes.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office and familiarity with AutoCAD or SolidWorks is a preferred.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt, with strong dependability and professionalism.
- Proven technical and people management skills.
This position is pivotal for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our plant activities, promoting a safe and productive work environment. If you are looking to lead a team and drive operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.
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