Production Supervisor/Lead

*Job Description:* * Assist the plant superintendent by assuring that the assigned production department is operated most profitably and efficiently through proper utilization of assigned manpower, materials, equipment, and space.
* The position is responsible for organizing all assigned resources to produce products according to the current schedule, and according to the approved quality standard.
* Just In Time (JIT) plant.
The candidate does not need JIT experience but must have 2-3 years experience in Automotive Manufacturing.
*Required:* * 2-3 years of Automotive manufacturing experience in a supervisory position managing a large team.
* Experienced in professional development for staff/workers, ability to set individual goals using KPIs and 5 ''S'' methodology.
* Experience and training in interpersonal conflict resolution experience.
* Strong ability using ADP/Kronos and Microsoft Office *Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* * Supervise production team members performing production operations and must have thorough knowledge regarding the team member handbook, safety manual, and all rules, programs, and procedures that pertain to production team members.
* Responsible for orientation and on-the-job training of team members in the safe, efficient operation of equipment.
* Instills good housekeeping of their immediate work area in all employees so that visitors may be received in the plant at any time.
* Evaluate team members based on attendance, performance, attitude, potential, etc.
* Responsible for maintaining manpower within the assigned department at authorized levels.
* Re-assign team members on ‘down equipment’ to eliminate unfavorable labor variances.
* Observe production operation within their area of control to ascertain compliance with methods, quality standards, safety regulations, production standards, and efficient operation of equipment: take corrective action to eliminate any deviation.
* Continuously analyzes the assigned area of responsibility for improved methods of production, tool design communication, and reporting, cost controls and makes recommendations to the plant superintendent for disposition.
* Consult with team members regarding on-the-job problems including low production, poor quality, poor attendance, tardiness, etc.
* Documents any problems and provides action plans to the plant superintendent for disposition.
* In case of emergency, direct team member to their assigned safe area.
* Process all required forms in a timely manner for payroll and Human Resources (i.
e.
employee status form, timecards, PTO sheets, EIRP reward, etc.
).
* Contact Engineering and Maintenance for required repair work.
* With the Plant Manager and Operation Manager, study operations where cost standards are not being met to determine causes and apply corrective action.
* Assist assigned team members in understanding the need for teamwork to attain departmental objectives.
* Support and carry out corporate philosophy and vision.
* Attend safety and quality meetings when needed.
* Actively participate in Health/Safety/Environmental investigations and the 8D process in order to develop root cause analysis for problem resolution.
* Ensure required Safety Audits are complete for you and your team.
* Reporting accidents, occupational illnesses, and HSE&E emergencies, and informing the supervisor of known HSE&E conditions that could adversely affect other team members, assets, or the public.
* Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and ensure safe working procedures in assigned production areas.
* Must be able to evaluate color.
EMS *EHS Job Responsibilities:* * Documentation of injury reports.
* Complete statements as needed.
* Participation with the Accident Investigation team.
* Conduct safety audits weekly and monthly.
* Ensure safety standards are met.
* Have safety audits completed on a timely basis.
* Complete safety-related work orders.
* Participate in safety communications weekly/monthly events such as plant-wide meetings, pre-shift meetings, department meetings, and training exercises.
* Any miscellaneous duties as assigned by Dept.
Mgr.
*Qualification Requirements:* * 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 essential functions.
*Language Skills:* * Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, and procedure manuals.
Candidates can write routine reports and correspondence.
*Mathematical Skills:* * Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Candidate can compute rate, ratio, and percent and draw and interpret bar graphs.
* Reasoning Ability: The candidate can apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
*Other Skills and Abilities:* * The candidate can create visual aids for communication purposes.
* Duties also include assisting in the day-to-day management of the Environmental Management System.
* Following all environmental work instructions and/or cleaning up spills or other duties required of the Environmental 1st Response Team.
* Requires 2-3 years of supervisory experience in automotive manufacturing and an HS diploma and some college.
* The job description outlined above is not intended to be a detailed list of job functions or responsibilities.
* It outlines the essential functions of the job.
An individual may be required to perform other duties from time to time.
*Education and Experience:* * HS diploma and some college.
* Sound knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
* Excellent English communication skills Excellent organizational skills Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills * Ability to supervise, train, and motivate employees in a multicultural environment *Required Years of Experience* * Requires 2-3 years of automotive manufacturing supervisory experience and an HS diploma plus some college.
*Nice to have:*Experience in a JIT plant & bilingual Spanish Job Type: Contract Salary: $13.
40 - $30.
00 per hour Schedule: * 10 hour shift * Day shift * Evening shift * Monday to Friday * Night shift * Overnight shift * Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate: * Riverside, MO 64150: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: * Manufacturing: 1 year (Required) * Automotive: 1 year (Required) * Supervising: 1 year (Required) * Production: 1 year (Required) * EHS: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person