Production Supervisor- Finishing Dept.

Tokai Carbon helps build America every day and we are proud of it. Tokai Carbon is one of the largest and most highly recognized graphite electrode manufacturers in the world. In order to continue to help build America, we need YOU. So, what's in it for you? We know that our employees are our greatest asset. At Tokai Carbon we value our employees and their families. We are a family oriented and flexible employer. We'll invest in your development by providing tools and resources that will help you reach your maximum potential.
We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment. We are committed to the pursuit of excellence through the development of our employees to be the best they can be. We believe family and work-life balance is essential to long-term success.
JOB SUMMARY
The Production Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of employees in one or more departments to meet company objectives for safety, quality, productivity and costs. Depending on assignment, the supervisor may be responsible for certain off shift operations as well. The Production Supervisor is expected to be a champion for Tokai's Core Values.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises all plant operations as assigned providing direction to Production Technicians according to established manufacturing specifications.
• Ensures that all policies are followed.
• Coordinates with other departments to assure proper product flow.
• Training of new employees and training of all employees on new procedures.
• Assure production targets are met by changing work schedules, splitting crews, assisting other departments, etc.
• Responsible for plant operations during assigned shifts and may also include off shifts depending on assignment.
• Notifies proper authorities of issues concerning production, schedules, quality or scrap problems.
• Safeguards all company property and sees that all tools and equipment are in good operating condition and maintains work areas in a neat, orderly and safe manner.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems using facts and data.
• Establishes and maintains daily metrics including determining root causes and appropriate corrective actions and/or countermeasures.
• Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
• Gathers, computes, records and compiles data for production, near miss or accident reports.
• Recommends measures to improve safety, production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department or work crew.
• Attentive to plant environmental requirements ensuring compliance.
• Verifies TPMs are performed and documentation completed.
• Verifies completion of all pre-work inspections.
• Covers for department manager in his/her absence.

• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office.
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities and abilities.
• Shows strong interest in the continuous improvement of oneself, processes, and others.

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to four years manufacturing supervisory experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• This position supervises up to 25 employees.