Production Supervisor / Lead

Company Description
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries. ITW, with approximately 14.8 billion dollars in global revenues, operates 7 major segments with businesses in 55 countries that employ approximately 48,000 women and men. These talented individuals, many of whom have specialized engineering or scientific expertise, contribute to our global leadership in innovation. We are proud of our broad portfolio of more than 17,000 active patents.
Job Description
The Production Supervisor is responsible for scheduling and preparing production work order details; correlating planning and scheduling with machine orders and upgrades; issuing requests for new and special materials; revising and rescheduling orders when necessary; collaborating with purchasing, engineering and production to coordinate schedules; maintain files and records as required. Supervise and support a workforce of approximately 15 employees. Help drive continuous improvement and meet operational KPI's.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Includes but not limited to the following duties:

• Supervision of all non-exempt Production Machine Production Personnel, including interviewing, hiring, training, performance assessment and management, and employee counseling.
• Plan and direct work assignments of all direct non-exempt employees.
• Ensure the manufacturing of parts as specified per job or customer requirements and that meet / exceed Quality standards; Work is complete to prints, specifications, and shop orders.
• Maintain inventory accuracy for their parts and associated components; Input and maintain production data.
• Ensure all production areas are maintained, clean, and safe at all times; Implement and utilize 5S in each cell.
• Responsible for creation of production schedule and ensure implementation of schedule.
• Communicate and collaborate regularly with Quality Tam, HR Team, Customer Service Team, regarding any problems and/or concerns.
• Use KPIs and/or other manufacturing tools to identify and recommend containment and countermeasure actions; Oversee implementation of improvement actions.
• Complete month-end reporting tasks

• Identifies participants and leads in continuous improvements efforts.
• Follow all business and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ITW Leadership Expectations:
Strategically Positions the Business

• Understand customer specific requirements and defines both personnel and technical resources needed to provide on-time, high-quality service and delivery to customers accelerating revenue growth and increasing customer satisfaction.

Delivers Results

• Accountable for forecasting and delivering to monthly financial performance metrics related to revenue, labor, and costs meeting annual plan objectives.

Leads Effectively

• Lead and facilitate customer facing communication and pro-actively directs the resolution of issues through close collaboration with sales & engineering, manufacturing, quality, outside vendors, and other key stakeholders.

Talent Development

• Champion the ITW Leadership Development framework; sources, develops, and retains a diverse talent pipeline identifying key leaders for future roles.

Qualifications
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3-5 years of experience working in mechanical, automotive, manufacturing, automation systems
• Mechanical skills and an aptitude for hands-on work
• Strong communications skills (both verbal and written)
• Computer experience is preferred with knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to use material handling equipment. (Fork truck, material handling, etc)
• Passion to meet productivity, quality, and safety goals
• Must be able to work weekends and mandatory OT as needed.
• Team player with good attitude and strong work ethic
• Good interpersonal skills with ability and willingness to communicate and work with other departments and provide training to colleagues

Additional Information
ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching. Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) is awarded at no cost after one year.
ITW is an equal opportunity, equal employment, affirmative action employer. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is welcome to contribute their unique talents and ideas. We encourage applications from females, males, disabled/protected or other veterans, persons with disabilities, all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable persons with disabilities to apply and to perform the essential job functions. If you require assistance with completing an application, please reply that you require assistance.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.