Production Supervisor
REA MAGNET WIRE Corp. - Lafayette, IN
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Position SummarySupervises, coordinates and directs safe, quality production. Assures a safe working environment for all employees. Directs effective and safe use of equipment in the manufacture of product. Motivates subordinates to work together and to maintain a high level of productivity. Determines and implements improvements in Plant manufacturing processes. Accountable primarily for enameling and drawing with additional responsibility for finishing, maintenance, and security.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:SafetyProvides leadership to ensure a work environment that is safe and free from hazards and unsafe behaviors. Assures that safety items are responded to in a timely manner. Assures that general safe work practices and specific safe work instructions are followed within the area of responsibility. Conducts safety and housekeeping audits and actively audits for safe behaviors. Acts as the primary Incident Commander for all plant emergency response situations. ProductionCompletes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.Maintains workflow by monitoring all steps of the process; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.Recommends changes in size of workforce. Participates in plant projects to help achieve plant objectives and goals.Accountable for all plant operations to include security on off shifts and weekends. QualityAssures that products are manufactured to quality specifications. Assures quality issues are resolved in a timely manner. Utilizes systematic problem solving methods to determine root causes of problems.Development of human resourcesLeads efforts to create a culture that is customer-focused, team-based and driven by continuous improvement. Supervises and directs the work of hourly production employees plant-wide on the shift.Develops personal growth opportunities and facilitates on the job training for employees. Sets expectations for safety, quality, production and conduct and monitors.Coaches, counsels and issues correction actions to employees; initiates, coordinates and enforces systems, policies and procedures. Resolves personnel problems by analyzing data, investigating issues, identifying solutions and recommending action. Administers Company policies and plant rules fairly and consistently. Maintains a high level of employee moral and employee participation.Administers Plant or department policy in a fair and consistent manner.Participates in selection and termination of hourly employees.All other duties as assigned.Qualification RequirementsBachelor's degree in technical or related field or equivalent amount of previous relevant experience. Five (5) years production supervision experience.Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)Ability to lead and motivate others.Ability to work with all levels of people in achievement of plant objectives.Excellent communication and analytical skills.
Created: 2025-03-03