Job Summary: The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating the activities of the production team to ensure efficient and high-quality production of plastic molded products. Responsible for maintaining a safe and productive work environment, meeting production targets, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Production Supervision and Leadership:
· Lead and supervise a team of production operators in the day-to-day operations.
· Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce.
· Provide technical support and assist in troubleshooting equipment issues.
· Address mechanical, operational, and technical downtime issues within department.
2. Production Planning and Scheduling:
· Collaborate with Plant Manager to schedule optimized production runs and ensure on-time delivery of products.
· Optimize production processes to achieve maximum efficiency and output.
3. Quality Control:
· Implement and enforce quality control standards to ensure that products meet specified criteria.
· Monitor production processes and address any deviations from quality standards promptly.
4. Process Improvement:
· Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
· Work closely with Manufacturing Engineer and Process Engineer to optimize tooling and mold processes.
5. Environment, Health, and Safety:
· Enforce safety protocols and ensure that all employees follow EH&S guidelines.
· Conduct regular safety meetings and inspections to maintain a safe working environment.
6. Equipment Maintenance:
· Partner with maintenance team to ensure the timely maintenance and calibration of injection molding machines and related equipment.
· Coordinate with the maintenance team to address any equipment malfunctions promptly.
7. Documentation and Reporting:
· Maintain accurate production records, including production reports, quality control data, and employee performance records.
· Prepare and present regular reports on production performance and key metrics.
8. Team Collaboration:
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, and logistics, to achieve overall business objectives.
· Foster a collaborative and positive work culture.
9. Continuous Improvement:
· Drive continuous improvement efforts to identify and eliminate waste, reduce cost, and improve quality.
Job Qualifications:
· AAS degree or related job experience, in a technical discipline; mechanical or manufacturing engineering preferred.
· Proven experience as Production Supervisor or similar role
· Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools.
· Organizational and leadership abilities
· Communication and interpersonal skills
· Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
· Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.
· Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office applications.
· Strong multi-tasking skills. Completes several concurrent tasks in an efficient and accurate manner.