Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN) AUTOKINITON (Formally Towner International) is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics. We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe. To help us drive excellence, as a Production Supervisor you'll get to be: * Responsible for performance feedback and leadership of all direct reports including mentoring, coaching, counseling and corrective action when situations dictate. * Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable to support the departmental goals. * Provide direction and leadership to shift colleagues consistent with plant business plan goals. * Responsible for production department safety, quality, production, and delivery objectives in his/her area of responsibility. * Responsible for providing productivity reports, scrap reports, downtime reports and other reporting as determined by the Operations Manager or Superintendent. * Leads the overall coordination and communication of the area he/she supervises. * Responsible for ensuring accountability and discipline. * Responsible for maintaining maximum levels of production utilization and efficiency. * Oversee line activities with trade support and the work team. * Drive shift manning levels and utilization to assure compliance and improvement to the budget. * Provide leadership and promote positive moral and ensure a total team concept. This full-time role is a part of our Operations Team and reports to the Operations Manager Preferred experience: * Minimum of Three (3) years as a manufacturing supervisor. * Knowledge of manufacturing, stamping, and/or assembly processes as required for the position. * Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills. * Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast paced environment. * Ability to mentor and teach the team effective problem solving methods. * Experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts. * Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills. * Experience as a training facilitator preferred. Working conditions: * We'll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process. Where you'll be: This position is located at our Elkton plant in Elkton, Michigan, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family. Why you'll enjoy working here: * Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December. * Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being. * Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization. * Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates - from entry-level to senior-level - with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON. AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone. AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. Posted Date 10/11/2024

Created: 2024-10-22