The Production Supervisor directs the workflow of the manufacturing team to ensure that assembly processes are completed timely and with the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate for this position will possess a thorough knowledge of manufacturing best practices along with strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assign team tasks and lead daily production efforts to meet manufacturing deliverables; assist with assembly and manufacturing tasks when necessary to meet schedules

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products and assembly protocol; provide ongoing training and communication to team members

• Establish goals for the team and work to continually improve production metrics related to quality and throughput

• Communicate with Production Manager and Cell Leaders regarding expectations to ensure manufacturing is performing at an suitable level

• Cross-train team members in various assembly and manufacturing processes to increase job satisfaction and promote depth of talent

• Work with Manufacturing Engineering staff to develop and define assembly procedures and the associated training for those procedures; provide assembly procedural training to employees as needed

• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships with colleagues; work cross-functionally as needed to resolve issues and achieve mutual goals

• Lead 5S efforts and set the vision and example for all team members to follow

• Work with production scheduler to control materials usage, maintain inventory accuracy and ensure schedule conformance

• Analyze data and prepare reports as needed in the course of work

• Adhere to safety standards at all times while enforcing safe work habits with all team members; this includes all OSHA regulations and facility safety guidelines

• Assist in performance management activities including preparation of performance evaluations, recognition efforts for strong performing team members, and assistance with disciplinary matters as necessary by partnering with supervisor and HR

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associates degree preferred

• Manufacturing industry experience; preferably within a technology product manufacturing facility

• Previous supervisory experience highly preferred