Fabrication Production Supervisor

Company: The Shyft Group
Location: Constantine
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Fabrication Production Supervisor position is responsible for ensuring that all manufacturing functions are performed in a timely, cost-effective manner consistent with established procedures and for overseeing all activities related to the fabrication department.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, organize, and direct production and indirect activities to meet or exceed established production goals in a cost-effective manner
• Forecast staffing needs to meet demands of the business and staff team accordingly
• Design, develop, and implement processes that increase yield and/or improve quality
• Perform workflow analysis and develop methods for the production team
• Coordinate with managers and supervisors to establish production and quality control standards
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes, procedures, and programs to improve safety, productivity, and profitability
• Implement and maintain OSHA and company programs and standards
• Ensure employees and managers have the required safety training and are consistently working in a safe manner; develop and implement safety programs to reduce accidents and injuries
• Work with managers to address organizational needs, equipment utilization and maintenance
• Lead, communicate, and coach to cultivate a motivated associate environment of trust, teamwork, accountability, self-confidence, and business ownership
• Ensure operational supplies are always on hand and available
• Prepare all required reports and correspondence
• Develop, implement, and monitor department budget and manages expenses within approved budget constraints
• Identify, document, and implement opportunities for continuous improvement
• Stay up to date on overall activities of the team, identify problem areas and take corrective actions
• Communicate with cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
• Work in close proximity with customer, as needed
• Solve complex problems with minimal assistance
• Other tasks as assigned
  
  QUALIFICATIONS
  
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • 7+ years manufacturing experience with 3-5 years of demonstrated leadership skills required; fabrication/machining/welding experience in a leadership role preferred
  • Experience and demonstrated success in industrial safety, quality management, customer service, talent management, project management, lean/TPS manufacturing, inventory management, and asset utilization.
  • Business agility to manage complexity, change and uncertainty. Flexible; nimble
  • Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
  • Innovative team player
  • Hands-on, energetic, and a "can do" attitude
  • Intermediate computer skills are required
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Commitment to excellence and high standards
  • Sound judgment with the ability to make timely, and sometimes difficult, decisions
  • Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
  • Basic competence in subordinates' duties and tasks
  • Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
  • Honest, reliable, and ethical
  • Strong
    • Communication skills, verbal and written
    • Leadership attributes and interpersonal skills
    • Organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills

Keywords: The Shyft Group, Kalamazoo , Fabrication Production Supervisor, Professions , Constantine, Michigan