Production Supervisor (3Rd Shift)

HERE WE GROW AGAIN! We are seeking an experienced Shift Supervisor to co-lead the 3rd Shift team at our modern manufacturing facility located just east of the US 12 - US 31 Bypass, 10 miles North of South Bend. We encapsulate glass with an injection molding process and assemble windows for the automotive original equipment manufacturer customer. With a broad range of customers and investments in new technology and new model launches you can unleash your potential with us!

Are you looking for a role with better work-life balance? APPLY TODAY. We run Monday-Friday Midnight -8am, but the supervisor averages 9 hours per day. No shift rotation or swing shift required. Very few weekends required.

Seeking a team who prioritizes Quality and Safety as paramount - and walks the talk? APPLY TODAY. Be a part of our track record of success.

Looking for a company serious about investing in your education and development?APPLY TODAY. Graduate level degree reimbursement and promotional opportunities at our facility or others in the US or around the world!

Looking for a team focused on innovation, initiative, and results?APPLY TODAY. We reward innovation through our quick kaizen program and great team results equal monthly bonuses.

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We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a fantastic 401k that DOUBLES your personal contribution, great Anthem benefits; generous vacation and these other great perks:

Onsite Nurse & FREE Massages; Onsite FREE fitness center; 12 Paid Holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years; Paid Medical Leave; South Bend Cubs Tickets; Site Performance Bonus Program; Birthday and Anniversary Awards; Veteran's Day recognition; Tuition Reimbursement including Graduate Degrees; Onsite Convenience Store; FREE meals and other monthly recognition events; Safe, Secure and Clean Work Environment; Annual Raises; Employee Suggestion Program with prizes; Family Atmosphere - Respectful - Community Activities; FREE Safety toed shoes / boots; Environmentally Friendly Reduce - Reuse - Recycle; FREE coffee Fridays; MORE!

The NSG Group is a global glass leader - operating under the Pilkington brand in the Architectural and Automotive markets.

The NSG Group's reputation for manufacturing excellence and technological innovation is based upon years of experience, reliability, providing high quality glass products to rapidly evolving and technically challenging markets.

Pilkington invented the float process in 1952 and it is now the world standard for high quality glass production. The NSG Group continues to develop new manufacturing methods and innovative uses for glass.

The company makes glass that can help save, manage and generate energy, and we believe our products will play a significant role in addressing climate change and other environmental challenges.

NSG Group operates in three main sectors:

• Architectural supplies glass for buildings and solar energy applications.
• Automotive serves the original equipment, aftermarket replacement and specialized transport glazing markets.
• Technical Glass products include very thin glass for touch screens, anti-reflective glass for digital displays, lenses and light guides for printers, and glass fiber, used in battery separators and engine timing belts.

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Job Title: Production SupervisorReports To: Production Group Leader

Location: Niles, MI Department: Production

Employees Supervised: Production 1st Operators and Production Associates. Indirectly-Quality Associate, Materials 1st Operator, Maintenance 1st Operator, Training Coordinator, Process Techs and other hourly personnel on shift.

Purpose: Responsible for the management of the assigned shift and achieving KPIs for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and engagement in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Functions:

• Support safety, health, and environmental rules and lead by example. Coordinate 5S and housekeeping duties to maintain high standard of facility cleanliness. Conduct and/or lead Accident and/or injury investigations, serve as a first responder.
• Ensure product quality meets internal and external specifications. Conduct process and product audits according to the work instructions
• Responsible for the manning of the shift (assigning employees to the appropriate work stations); staffing additional tasks during shift.
• Check inventories and schedule. Plans and communicates production needs to the 1st Operators to ensure all production requirements are met and insure a good pass down before each shift.
• Responsible for KPI’s of the applicable shift. Communicate concerns, improvements and general information to the Team Leader or Production Group Leader.
• Consult with technicians who lead change-overs to ensure proper set-up procedure and run parameters according to work instructions
• Turn around any set asides and hold activity in a timely manner
• Troubleshooting / problem solving manufacturing problems. Leads or participates in problem solving efforts as necessary to achieve production goals.
• Audit employee time records using time and attendance, making entries and corrections as needed.
• Provide training, feedback, and coaching to team members according to procedures and best practices. Administer progressive discipline as needed in compliance with the facility work rules.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Scope/Dimensions:

• Single site manufacturing location with 3 shift operation, supplying finished goods to Tier 1 Automotive OEM and Tier 2 customers.
• Supervises diverse group of technical and entry level employees. Responsible for approximately 100 team members.
• Monitoring and providing general information to the department managers & operations manager
• Actively participating in problem solving teams and other groups as necessary to achieve KPI goals.
• Relies on experience and understanding of glass and plastics processes and written customer requirements to determine proper actions.
• Demands and priorities need adjusted regularly to provide a high level of service under tight timelines to several “customers” internally or externally.

Competencies:

• Results: Decision Making
• Results: Passion for Excellence
• People: Engages & Inspires others

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Leadership or related degree or a combination of education and experience or equivalent experience.
• Three (3) years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work effectively with a wide array of plant personnel ranging from hourly employees to senior management.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize objectives and targets to meet deadlines.
• Strong in analytical, innovative and strategic skills. Demonstrated Problem Solving Skills
• Demonstrated experience in cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, in English.
• Demonstrated personal computer skills including Microsoft office proficiency.

Qualifications Desired:

• Experience in hands-on technical support role, preferably injection molding.
• Experience with automotive Tier 1 manufacturing
• 6Sigma or other problem solving / continuous improvement certification
• Experience with IATF 16949
• OSHA 10 hour or similar certification

Other Requirements:

Physical Environment:

While performing the duties of this position, the associate frequently works around moving machines/parts in an industrial environment. The associate occasionally works around industrial chemicals and other industrial hazards requiring PPE. The associate must posses a valid driver’s license and acceptable DMV record for use of company vehicles. Regular and predictable attendance at the manufacturing plant is required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

Authority and responsibility for quality for this position is defined in the Quality Manual/local documentation and apply as appropriate.