Production Supervisor - Intermediate

InDepth Engineering Solutions

Trenton, Michigan

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Establish Priorities, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Management, Production Planning, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Sustainability, Team Lead/Manager, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Trenton, Michigan
POSTED
30+ days ago

The Production Supervisor - Intermediate is responsible for managing small work teams in a fast paced, high volume, unionized manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Ensure the production plan is met, analyzes issues with other roles, drives and implements continuous improvement activities and sustainability of solutions inside the Zone.

  • Ensure a safe workplace, leads the Team to improve Safety in the area and enforces the use of mandated Safety tools and procedures.

  • Understand losses during the Shift, use the C-Matrix to coordinate World Class Manufacturing activities and improve Zone performances. 

  • Proactively analyzes quality KPIs related to the Zone, prioritizes quality issues and properly guides Team Leaders.

  • Ensure the right allocation of the people on the line, manages absenteeism, trains and builds teams.

  • Possess knowledge of the broader manufacturing organization and have the ability to mobilize support groups and resources to lead and assist in problem solving activities.

  • Actively participate and lead Kaizen project activities centered on Safety, Cost, Quality and Throughput improvements and waste reduction opportunities identified through cost deployment.



Requirements

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Ability to work any shift and overtime as required

  • Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills 

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required

  • Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers

  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

  • Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams

  • Ability to coach/mentor/develop team members

  • Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office


Preferred Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

  • 2 or more years of experience in supervision in a high volume environment.

  • Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/develop team members

  • Previous experience working in a union environment

  • Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing

  • Good working knowledge of Google Suite software programs



About the Company

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InDepth Engineering Solutions

Established in 2006 as a Finite Element Analysis based company, InDepth has grown to become a full service provider to the Automotive, Bus & Truck, EV/HEV, Amusement Park & Themed Entertainment, Medical Devices, Aerospace and Consumer Product industries.
Our experience spans from run-of-the-mill CAE simulations, carrying out scientific research in a specific field of study as well as providing complete turnkey product development solutions.
Utilizing cutting edge software and technological advancements, we are able to consistently bring in creativity and innovation in our design solutions.

VISION STATEMENT
Become a one-stop solution for all of our customers' design needs.

MISSION STATEMENT
Approach every challenge with a passion for excellence and provide value added engineering solutions with customers’ need at the core. Keep up our principles of quality, consistency, on-time delivery, attention to detail and professionalism.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401K, Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
2006
WEBSITE
http://www.indepthengsol.com