Production Supervisor 2nd Shift

Overview The Production Supervisor's primary function is to direct and manage the trailer production activities of their particular area (i.e., Axle Department, Combo Start Line, Sidewall line). Ensure the area meets the production schedule and that the trailers produced are consistent with the Engineering drawings provided in the drawing package

Responsibilities Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure individual and employee compliance with all safety rules and requirements
• Manage and direct the activities of employees to ensure that the production, quality, and safety requirements are consistently met. This includes the following but is not limited to the following activities.
• Defines staffing plan for the week based on production volume, prepares line for a successful start of next shift, manages rework/defects/scrap created by his team and implements preventative measures, implements and follows up on Lean Manufacturing activities, performs safety observations, defines and reviews standard work together with ME department, updates team training matrices, and keeps the area clean and organized using 5S principles.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities by the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; grievance resolution; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Attending weekly safety meetings and communicating the topics discussed in those meetings to the employees in their group, as well as making sure the employees follow the safety guidelines, and discipline employees when they do not.
• Attending weekly "Review Meetings" that consist of comparing the Sales Order information and the Bill of Materials to identify any discrepancies and to make sure a resolution is obtained before the particular job is started on the production floor.
• Coordinate with other Supervisors and the Superintendent to resolve any issues that could prevent the production schedule from being met.