Supervisor, Production

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management.  With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive.  We recognize that our people are our greatest asset.  We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next.  It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

Responsible for coordinating resources and supervising the manufacturing of scheduled production. Responsibilities include ensuring that scheduled production requirements are met within set budget requirements in a safe manner and within quality standards.

• Operates the department in a manner that supports established budgets for volume, scrap and labor
• Investigates system and process related problems, recommends and implements corrective actions
• Determines parts supply, maintenance tasks, safety procedures, and service schedule required to maintain machines and equipment in prescribed condition
• Develops and maintains daily metrics of production goals vs. achievements. Analyzes shortfalls and document the causes. Takes immediate steps to remove obstacles to meeting production goals
• Implements and supervises adherence to all company policies, including but not limited to, safety, attendance, training, preventive maintenance, Quality and the employee handbook
• Performs supervisory duties including, but not limited to hiring, training, scheduling, assigning work, evaluating and rewarding performance
• Performs audits on Preventive Maintenance (PM), in-process checks, changeover log, line organization (5S), line scrap and production boards
• Drives process improvement, sees that all projects have accountability, and that promise dates are met
• Assists with root cause analyses and 8D where applicable
• Oversees established bill of material and WIP inventory
• In coordination with other departments, develops and maintains procedures and instructions in an ISO 9001 environment and ensures that each production employee is abiding by the procedures in place
• Provides leadership which models an employee-oriented culture that emphasizes quality, continuousimprovement, meeting commitments and attainment of Leviton’s mission and goals
• Establishes and maintains regular and open communication with staff
• Develops employees by regularly providing constructive feedback, coaching as necessary and providing professional development opportunities to ensure productivity, responsibility, performance and job satisfaction
• Practices a participative management style that advocates teamwork
• Other responsibilities as assigned

• Ability to demonstrate leadership, provide tactical supervision, and effectively delegate prioritized work assignments to subordinate staff
• Ability to attend to details, multi-task, and handle multiple priorities without undue stress or errors
• Ability to educate team members on procedures and requirements
• Self-motivated and capable of completing tasks independently or with proper discretion
• Ability to exercise independent judgement with limited instruction and/or guidance
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and work with management to initiate plans
• Working knowledge of mechanical, automated and work cell manufacturing equipment and processes
• Working knowledge of Lean and ergonomic concepts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint at a basic level
• Ability to communicate in verbal and written English

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Two-year associate degree, preferred
• Minimum of five years manufacturing experience 
• Minimum two years supervisory experience

• Up to 10% may be required

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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