Production Supervisor at TWE Nonwovens US Inc

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production supervision, Manufacturing operations, Team leadership, Quality improvement, Safety compliance, Preventive maintenance, Inventory control, Staff scheduling, Technical guidance, Budget monitoring, Process optimization, Material handling, Performance reporting, Communication, Problem solving, Computer literacy

Industry

Textile Manufacturing

Description

Description PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: The Production Supervisor will be responsible for directing and coordinating with designated personnel to ensure that production and performance are aligned with TWE Nonwovens US goals/values. This position will also be responsible for providing effective training to key members of the production operations, relaying effective communication strategies, and providing leadership and technical guidance to ensure that production goals, quality standards, and safety goals are met. POSITION FUNCTIONS: Receive and provide oral and/or written instructions in performing assigned duties. Prepare work schedules for production employees and provide daily work assignments. Attend daily production meetings along with other meetings as required. Provide technical leadership to ensure that the on-going process of continuous quality improvement is maintained. Develop and train operators of all equipment to ensure consistent performance. Communicates, implements, and monitors safety programs and procedures. Maintain department in a clean, orderly, and safe fashion. Work alongside the Personnel Department to schedule adequate and competent staff to effectively run operations. Responsible for meeting and /or exceeding standards of quality, cost, production, efficiency, and waste control. Prepares and/or maintains various logs, records, and reports, such as production, maintenance, inventory, etc.; may purchase supplies, parts, and/or equipment; may assist in developing and monitoring the budget. Develop and work alongside maintenance to ensure a maintenance program is in place and help maintain machines in the department and understand their capabilities, manufacturer's recommended settings, etc. Make a visual inspection of machinery for quality and production. Keep machinery in condition for best performance and highest efficiency via preventive maintenance programs and maintenance performance. Direct inventory control program to direct the lowest possible inventory expense, on-hand availability of all raw material, and reduce space allocation inventory storage. Maintain liaison with other plant functions and use all other available means to keep fully informed of developments in the area of new and improved machinery, materials, and techniques. Provide and interpret for management, accurate and timely reports on operations of the plant. Document and record associate production, time, safety incidents, absenteeism, and corrective actions promptly and accurately. Develop and recommend standards in the areas of manpower requirements, volume, and priority of work and cost expenditures for the production, maintenance, and shipping departments. As needed, operates equipment and performs duties related to the successful operation of the department. Assist and perform other duties as assigned. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: 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. Degree required, 5 years manufacturing experience is required. 3-5 years or more of supervisory experience is preferred. Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to work on a team as well as independently. Positive “can do” attitude with the ability to lead and positively influence a team. Basic computer knowledge and the willingness to learn new computer applications. Willingness to work evenings, night shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed. Must demonstrate cooperation, teamwork and interpersonal skills in working with other departments Ability to understand and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to perform basic math skills such as add/subtract/multiply/divide. Must be comfortable at giving and receiving open feedback. Ability to work in hot/cold manufacturing environment, which can include standing and/or sitting for the duration of the task. Ability to transport or move up to 30 pounds regularly, 50 pounds occasionally, and infrequently 75+ pounds with assistance. Ability to operate material handling equipment. Bending at the waist, sitting, kneeling, climbing, walking, etc., as the job may require. Ability to work overtime as needed. It is not intended that this job description includes all details of the work functions inherent in this position, nor does it give exclusive titles to every function described. The position incumbent will perform work equal or lower classification, as required or directed, and perform work of high classification for training purposes, or as warranted by emergency circumstances. TWE Nonwovens US is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or medical condition.

Responsibilities

The Production Supervisor directs and coordinates personnel to ensure production goals, quality standards, and safety objectives are met. They are responsible for scheduling staff, maintaining equipment through preventive maintenance, and managing inventory control.