Press Supervisor
We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i- TAHN )
AUTOKINITON delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.
We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.
To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:
· Responsible for press department safety, quality, production and delivery objectives.
· Provide direction and leadership to shift colleagues consistent with plant business plan goals
· Responsible for providing productivity reports, scrap reports, downtime reports and other reporting as determined by the Press Operations Manager.
· Provide key input into the development of departmental strategic goals along with identifying key measurable to support the departmental goals.
· Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized and verify individual usage of personal protection equipment (PPE) by the work team.
This full-time, salary, role is a part of our Operations Team and reports to the Press Operations Manager.
Required experience:
· Associates Degree in Applied Science in Manufacturing, Engineering or Industrial Technology preferred.
· Two to five years experience as a press supervisor preferred.
· Knowledge of manufacturing, stamping, and/or assembly processes as required for the position.
· Strong knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO 14001 regulations
· Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
· Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
· Ability to mentor and teach the team effective problem-solving methods.
· Experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.
· Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.
· Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.
Working conditions:
· We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Where you’ll be:
This position is located at our AUTOKINITON Plant in Chicago, IL., offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.
Community features:
· Navy Pier
· Chicago’s Magnificent Mile and Lakefront
· Museums and Architecture
Why you’ll enjoy working here:
• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.
AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.
AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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