Supervisor Production 3rd Shift at JTEKT North America

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Communication, Team Management, Safety Initiatives, Quality Management, Inventory Management, Cost Improvement, Lean Production, Continuous Flow, Automotive Industry Knowledge, Problem Solving, Employee Relations, Process Development, Performance Targets, Manufacturing Operations

Industry

Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing

Description

About the Job JTEKT North America is a global leader in engineering and manufacturing automotive systems, bearing solutions, and high-performance machine tools. Our global vision is to be preferred by all stakeholders to include customers, associates, suppliers and our local communities. We employ great people that build value which surpasses the expectations of customers, build excellent products that astonish the world and build professionals who think and act autonomously. If you share our values, come find your place in our JTEKT community. We have an opportunity in our Vonore, TN manufacturing plant for a 3rd shift Production Supervisor. Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy leading a team to success? We’re seeking a hands-on Supervisor who can motivate, organize, and drive results. If you’re ready to take charge and help your team excel, this role is for you. If you want an opportunity to make a difference and enjoy fast-paced, challenging work this is the career for you! Summary/Purpose Oversee manufacturing operations for Tier-1 Automotive production in a specific area of the facility. Essential Duties and Accountabilities: Assist in developing unit budgets and performance targets Execute production to achieve customer order / shipment requirements Support new program launches in the transition of process development to actual manufacturing capability Supervise and provide direction to reporting team leaders for all operations on responsible shift Build and support continuity and communications between shifts Support inventory reduction and cost improvement strategies Maintain positive employee relations and development Manage achievement of quality, quantity, and cost objectives Support ongoing safety initiatives and adherence to safety policies and procedures Provide leadership to team leaders in the execution of safety, quality, 5S, warranty reduction and achievement of delivery targets, also support all team leader development initiatives Ensure compliance to all quality, health, safety, and environmental procedures Work daily overtime and Saturdays and/or Sundays when directed by immediate supervisor or, as necessary, to complete essential job duties. Perform other duties as assigned Maintain privacy of all PHI in accordance with HIPAA regulations Supervisory Responsibilities: This position is responsible for supervising a department of non-exempt employees in accordance with policies and procedures Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Ability to establish leadership role and promote team system Strong understanding and commitment to HS&E initiatives Basic knowledge of applicable quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in supervision or business-related field preferred with 2 to 4 years of leadership experience. Previous experience with lean production, continuous flow, Toyota Production Systems, and metal machining, fabrication or assembly in automotive related industry is a plus. Work Environment/Physical Demands: Sit with intermittent walking Manual dexterity for such duties as stapling, collating, sorting, filing, typing, and writing Communicate (hearing and speech) with individuals in person and by phone Visually read reports, computer screen, etc. Maintain a minimum of 8 hours worked/day, 5 days/week Employees may perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned. It is the policy at JTEKT to provide equal employment opportunities and affirmative action to all qualified individuals. All personnel actions, including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion of persons in all job titles, are administered without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by law.

Responsibilities

Oversee manufacturing operations for Tier-1 Automotive production and supervise team leaders on the responsible shift. Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety, and environmental procedures while driving results and supporting team development.