Production Floor Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Drive Lean Daily Management System (LDMS) cadence to achieve operational excellence
• Establish metrics and goals that are visible to and understood by the production team
• Execute production tasks based on daily, weekly, and monthly metrics
• Oversee production workload schedule and assign work accordingly
• Develop and execute staffing and scheduling plans on a regular cadence (daily/weekly/monthly) utilizing CAP and Load data
• Supervise daily escalation and problem solving, including support resources
• Drive team alignment between operations and all support functions, clearly defining expectations and holding all associates equally accountable to quality standards, production procedures, company policies and department goals
• Address and resolve associate needs and questions as they relate to Assembly Services
• Develop plans to address skill gaps within the workforce
• Conduct daily Assembly Services Production group huddles
• Align activities to company vision, mission, values, strategies and goals
• Collaboration Accountability:  Proactively engage in cross-functional collaboration with all relevant departments to ensure operational effectiveness, quality, continuous improvement, and innovation
  
  

• Drive culture of Quality & Continuous Improvement
• Adhere to Quality plan and Standard work discipline
• In conjunction with the Quality team, ensure processes and procedures are updated and followed as it relates to Assembly Services SQS-D quality requirements
• Engage all associates in waste reduction education and activities
• Participate in Kaizen events to drive operational improvements, engaging associates and entire boundary team
• Ensure equipment maintenance functions are performed and records are maintained
  
  

• Interview, hire, onboard, and train new associates
• Lead, coach, and mentor associates to build technical capability, professional growth, and career development
• Maintain strong, professional relationships with associates through consistent communication, trust, and responsiveness, recognizing that the manager-associate relationship is the foundation of team engagement and performance
• Maintain consistent leadership practices and fair application of company policies and procedures
• Translate company goals, expectations, and communications so associates clearly understand and align with them
• Resolve conflicts and associate concerns using appropriate communication and escalation channels

• Oversee the efficient and effective daily operations of the department
• Ensure alignment between financial management, procurement, inventory control, and operational execution

• Conduct regular performance conversations with associates, including review of department goals, key metrics, and individualized training plans aligned with position requirements
• Promote associate development by supporting technical, interpersonal, and educational growth through formal training, on-the-job learning, rotational assignments, and continuous development opportunities
• Establish performance expectations and monitor associate performance through regular feedback, coaching, and documented performance conversations
• Escalate performance concerns to the next-level supervisor and HR when improvement is not occurring within required timelines
• Maintain clear written documentation of performance and behavioral concerns to ensure fair and transparent supervision

• Administer associate operations, including workstation readiness, payroll coordination, vacation planning, training compliance, safety practices, and operational process control

Skills, Competencies, Education, & Work Experience

• Effective Communication.  Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with associates from diverse backgrounds, at all levels of management and functional areas, and with a variety of customers
• Teamwork and Collaboration.  Makes decisions in conjunction with other relevant associates and departments, in the spirit of dialogue.
• Relationship Building.  Actions are based on mutual trust and caring.
• Accountability.   Can hold self and other associates to high standards of integrity, conduct, and performance.
• Organization.  Incorporates methods to monitor and track work in a way that reduces clutter and confusion.
• Flexibility.  Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
• Problem-Solving.  Ability to identify process deficiencies and develop appropriate solutions using analysis and critical thinking.

• Required:
  • 1 year supervisory or leadership experience (2 years preferred) 
  • 3 years hands-on experience in a mechanical or hose assembly position 
  • Intermediate computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, utilizing MRP systems, data mining & report generation
• Preferred:
  • Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
  • Manufacturing experience (CNC, Conventional & Auxiliary equipment), or similar business experience
  • Previous formal leadership roles or experiences