Production Supervisor - Coach Final Assembly- 1st shift

Description

• Plan production operations, define workflow, and establish priorities and production sequences to meet project and interdepartmental requirements.
• In this critical role, you’ll play a key part in driving success within our high-performing production organization. You will lead and mentor a talented, diverse team of Assemblers, ensuring quality, efficiency, and collaboration on the production floor.
• Conduct bi-annual employee performance reviews including planning, monitoring, and documenting the training & development of manufacturing employees.
• Ensure production vehicles are ready for in process inspections from internal and external customer inspectors in the Final Assembly Production area in advance of shipping vehicles.
• Facilitate positive communication with entire team on a regular basis to keep them informed of work status, department performance, process changes, and company policies.
• Solve the world's most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
• Meet project targets for safety, quality, schedule, and direct labor hours.
• Establish, monitor, and adjust manpower (includes hiring and promoting), applicable equipment planning and work-order sequencing to meet production demands.
• Minimize defect write ups and findings through the systematic elimination of root causes while driving solutions to be implemented in the upstream processes.
• Drive all areas and functions such as to support in the preparedness and readiness for vehicles to ship.

Requirements

• Possession of relevant certifications such as Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean Certification, OSHA Safety, Certified Manufacturing Engineer, Supply Management, EIT, or Professional Engineering License.
• Hands-on experience in customer service, maintenance, or aftermarket businesses within the rail industry.
• We’re looking for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment—someone who leads by example, inspires their team, and fosters a culture where everyone can succeed. If you’re passionate about leadership and operational excellence, this is the role for you!
• 5+ years of experience in planning and launching new production lines in low-speed environments such as rail, aviation/aerospace, naval, and heavy equipment.
• We would be impressed if you have proven experience in the rail industry, with a focus on light or heavy rail production.
• Expertise in lean methods and tools, including 5S, 7 Types of Waste, root cause analysis, Yamazumi Methods, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, ABC-XYZ Analysis, and Lean Shop Floor Management.
• Experience in developing technology roadmaps for automation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Manufacturing, or Engineering or a combination of experience and education.
• Proficient in SAP or similar MRP/ERP systems.

Benefits

• Freedom and healthy work-life balance– Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits – starting Day 1!
• Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Please take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning.
• Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off!
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, pioneering technological environment.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance