Manufacturing Supervisor

Description

• Coach and lead performance discussions with employees. Deliver corrective actions as appropriate
• Provide leadership and guidance to manufacturing team, ensuring productivity, collaboration, and a positive working environment
• Optimize inventory management process to support production requirements and ensure accuracy of inventory records
• Assist in investigations of safety concerns
• Use ERP system and other technology to prepare reports for planning, performance monitoring, issue identification, and improvement
• Implement lean manufacturing principles
• Create reports on key performance indicators
• Understand production schedules and estimate accurate hour requirements for completion
• Collaborate with production planning and logistics to prioritize production schedules, monitor progress, and ensure on-time delivery of orders that meet customer expectations
• Serve as point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, actively listening and, in partnership with HR, address issues in a timely manner using a proactive approach to conflict resolution
• Manage scrap within assigned area to achieve program fiscal goals
• Oversee the cleanliness and organization of manufacturing area
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures and standards to ensure production of high quality products
• Ensure direct and indirect labor goals are met on a daily basis
• Conduct inspections and partner with quality team to address issues promptly
• Organize the workflow of department by setting objectives, preparing schedules, and communicating objectives and progress to team
• Maintain accurate records including: production reports, inventory data, safety logs, employee performance records, time and attendance records
• Actively support employee training and development by identifying training needs, developing training plans, providing coaching and guidance to enhance employee skills and knowledge
• Partner in the recruitment of employees by promoting open job opportunities and actively participating in the hiring, selection, and on-boarding processes
• Ensure tools and equipment are in working order and can be used in a safe manner
• Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed
• Serve as champion of safety, encouraging employees to identify risks work together to resolve issues
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety guidelines, conducting regular inspections, and addressing potential issues immediately
• Foster open communication and promote a culture of trust and engagement, embodying the SPX core values
• Identify opportunities for process improvement throughout the facility to enhance efficiency, equipment performance, quality, reduce cost, and optimize operations

Requirements

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Experience in unionized manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to motivate others, supervise, and train hourly manufacturing employees in a production environment
• At least 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Proven ability to build effective partnerships with leaders
• Skills in Microsoft Office software
• Knowledge of HVAC industry
• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Experience attracting, retaining, motivating, and developing high performing, diverse teams
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing principles
• Frequent movement around manufacturing facility
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficiency using manufacturing software and systems for inventory management and production planning, including working in ERP related system
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including assembly, welding/machining, quality control
• 5 years of supervisory/leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Benefits

• Access to competitive insurance plans (including medical, dental and travel), cycle to work and free parking from your first day
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Generous holiday with ability to buy/exchange, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Generous life assurance and employer contributions to company pension plan
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance