Supervisor (Production)

Job Title:          Production Supervisor (1st Shift)                 Division: Precision Pulley & Idler (PPI)

FLSA:               Non-Exempt                                                      Grade: 4

Job Status:      Full Time                                                           Travel Required: 0-5%            

Revision Date:  February 27, 2024                                        Reports To: Plant Manager

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Assist the Plant Manager by ensuring that the assigned production department(s) operates in the most efficient and safe manner through the proper utilization of assigned staffing, materials, equipment, and space. The position is responsible for organizing all allocated resources to produce products according to the current schedule, emphasizing a commitment to safe working behaviors, and in accordance with the approved quality standard.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

More specifically, the employee owner will:

• Perform all activities in a manner that protects and promotes PPI’s management philosophy towards the health, safety and welfare of employees, the community and the environment. 
• Supervise production employees performing production operations.
• Be knowledgeable regarding the employee handbook, safety manual, all rules, programs and procedures that pertain to production employees.
• Responsible for orientation and on the job training of employees in the safe, efficient operation of equipment. Instills good housekeeping of their immediate work area in all employees.
• Responsible for maintaining staffing within the assigned department at authorized levels. Re-assigns employees on 'down equipment' to eliminate unfavorable labor variances.
• Observes production operation within their area of control to ascertain compliance with methods, quality standards, safety regulations, production standards, and efficient operation of equipment: takes corrective action to eliminate any deviation.
• Consults with employees regarding on-the-job problems to include low production, poor quality, poor attendance, tardiness, etc. Documents any and all problems and provides action plans to the Plant Manager for disposition.
• In case of emergency, direct employees to their assigned safe area.
• Process all required forms in a timely manner for payroll and Human Resources (i.e. timecards, time off requests, corrective action forms, etc.).
• With the Plant Manager, study operation where cost standards are not being met to determine causes and apply corrective action.
• Develop among the assigned employees, a consciousness for the need for teamwork to attain departmental and Plant objectives.
• Work with the team on TWI , Accountability , Job Relations training and the documentation that goes along with it.                                                                                                                                             

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lead, coach, and support safety, quality, and productive initiatives with the department and Plant.

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytic and strategic problem-solving ability
• Able to appropriately engage all levels of management
• Excellent planning, organization, and prioritization skills

• Ability to read and understand various paperwork including: schedules, prints, and technical standards.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment.

• Knowledge and use of lean manufacturing techniques

• Proficient computer skills.
• Know how to read a tape measure.
• Ability to continually participate in additional training related to the job.
• Regular, consistent attendance.

EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS

• High school diploma or a general education degree (GED); or
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

TRAINING – CERTIFICATIONS – LICENSES

• With training, demonstrate the ability to obtain and maintain a forklift license.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
• Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
• Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee:

• Must be able to frequently stoop/bend.
• Must be able to regularly use hands, arms, stand and walk.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 100 pounds or less, with assist available.
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds, with assist available.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Specific hearing abilities required for this job include the ability to hear equipment alarms and the ability to hear instructions from others.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• The noise level in the work environment is LOUD.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to toxic chemicals.
• The employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, welding coat and helmet. Additionally, the employee will properly wear a seatbelt while operating a fork truck.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Precision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Precision, Inc.