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Production Supervisor

LocationNormal
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
Company size10,000+ people
First seen1w ago
Last seen1d ago
JOB DESCRIPTION
Summary:
We’re seeking a hands-on, results-driven Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing team in the manufacturing and shipment of top-quality interior assemblies within an automotive environment. This role is essential to daily operations motivating team members, enforcing safety and quality standards, and driving productivity and continuous improvement. The Production Supervisor will oversee floor operations, ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, and be accountable for performance aligned with organizational objectives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Coordinates and facilitates material build schedule for Team Members assigned to the area while maintaining safe work practices.
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Assures strict compliance with all quality standards by maintaining a current and complete acquaintance with quality standards consistent with the company’s reputation as a “Quality Producer”.
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Coordinates assigned activities at a level to maintain an orderly flow of product throughout the assembly process.
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Communicates effectively and works well with his/her fellow Team Members.
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Analyzes production processes to determine where improvements may be made which will contribute to quality and plant profitability.
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Responsible for recording changes and/or specific problems occurring in the process in a daily logbook. Notifies the Team Leader of any deviations from established methods or procedures.
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Responsible for providing recognition and positive reinforcement for all Team Members, in a manner to further develop each member of the team.
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Investigate and resolve problems among Team Members assigned to the area (interpersonal, conflict, performance, etc.).
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Ensure that Team Member’s safety is maintained through safe working conditions, safe work habits, and a clean environment. Root cause analysis must be conducted on all recordables and near misses.
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The Supervisor is responsible for investigation and problem-solving initiatives to reduce Internal Defects, Customer concerns, and Customer Returns.
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Review customer feedback reports and seek/offer improvement feedback to Team Members.
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Communicate with our Customer Liaison daily to ensure customer satisfaction. Establish immediate line feedback to communicate Customer concerns. Ensure that immediate corrective action is taken on those concerns.
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Participate in poke yoke designs, supplier issue resolution, current product improvement, new product development meetings and returned parts investigations.
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Monitor sequence numbers in house and at the customer to ensure optimal efficiencies and Customer Service.
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Achieve production and manning targets. Drive continuous improvement of both.
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Optimize plant communications through the daily communication sheet, the Shift-to-Shift Communication Log, the SQDCA Report, Pre-Shift and Mid-shift Meetings and effective use of the e-mail system.
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Manage and follow-up on the Standardized Work System. Corrective Actions must be taken on ODS non-compliance.
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Oversee the Training and Development of each Team Member and maintain appropriate documentation. The Supervisor is responsible for motivating, correcting, coaching, and teaching Team Members to achieve their maximum capacity at the Normal, Illinois plant.
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Manage attendance and overtime to optimize manning efficiencies.
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All other duties as assigned by the Production Manager. Performs other duties deemed necessary.
Education and Experience:
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High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent experience preferred. A bachelor’s degree is a plus.
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3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
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Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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Proven problem-solving abilities with a hands-on, proactive approach.
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Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and motivate diverse teams in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
Qualification Requirements:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience:
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High School Education, post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent experience a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
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Excellent communication skills
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Excellent organizational skills
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Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
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Ability to supervise, train and motivate employees in a multi-cultural environment
Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints and procedure manuals. Candidate has the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add, subtracts, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Candidate has the ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability:
Candidate has the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Must be computer literate and familiar with appropriate software programs. Candidate has the ability to create visual aids for communication purposes.
Benefits:
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Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
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Disability
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Life and AD&D Insurance
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401k
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Paid vacation
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Paid holidays
PRIMARY LOCATION
Normal
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