- Supervises the department and is responsible for results in terms of costs, methods, quality, and production goals/targets
- Maintains work flow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observes control points and equipment; monitors personnel and resources; studies methods; implements cost reductions; develops reporting procedures and systems; facilitates corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiates and fosters a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
- Plans and establishes work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals and customer demand
- Explains and enforces established policies and procedures
- Leads, evaluates, and disciplines employees
- Maintains direct contact with employees, using proper communication and good people/motivational skills
- Maintains a properly balanced work force to perform the required tasks
- Provides a clean, safe, orderly work area. Performs 5S audits and uses them as a tool to hold people accountable for a safe/organized work area
- Provides training for the safe and proper use of equipment
- Using LEAN tools, practices continuous improvement daily, to eliminate wastes, improve quality, and increase efficiency and productivity
- Observes and obeys all safety rules, practices, and procedures
- Wears and employs all safety equipment
The Factory Supervisor should possess the minimum knowledge listed below:
- 2- Year Degree
- Prior supervisory experience a plus
- Must demonstrate exceptional initiative
- Ability to function under pressure
- Ability to use computer software, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook
- Must be able to get along with others
- Ability to effectively prioritize
- Must understand, convey, and comply with company policies and procedures
Skills and Qualifications: Supervision, Coaching, Managing Processes, Process Improvement, Budget Tracking, Production Planning, Controls and Instrumentation, Strategic Planning, Dealing with Complexity