Production Supervisor; Cortex 1st Shift

Position: Production Supervisor (Cortex) 1st Shift
Production Supervisor

OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and construction industries worldwide. Headquartered in western Massachusetts, OMG is an equal-opportunity employer prioritizing the safety of our employees and customers. The company values integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, commitment, and a passion for excellence. OMG is a global company operating manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Minnesota.

Position Overview

OMG currently operates in two Divisions: OMG Roofing Products and Fasten Master. OMG Roofing Products is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of value-added components for the commercial roofing industry. The Fasten Master Division manufactures and markets innovative, premium quality wood-to-wood fasteners that are engineered to enable professional contractors to complete building projects safer, faster, and easier. The Production Supervisor effectively directs the day-to-day activities to meet production, quality, safety, and continuous improvement goals.

This key position demands strong problem solving and communication skills, and the ability to drive a team to meet performance targets. The Production Supervisor requires a strong understanding of production manufacturing and lean processes and will lead by example.

Position Responsibilities

* Promote Safety as the Number One priority of all OMG employees.

* Drive Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean Manufacturing, providing direction and support to CI Teams to exceed goals.

* Review production requirements and adjust work schedules to meet objectives.

* Develop new, and track existing, cost savings and productivity improvement initiatives.

* Effectively manage shift workers, including hiring, training, employee development, performance reviews, addressing disciplinary issues, and resolving employee performance issues.

* Develop the bench strength for our manufacturing teams.

* Communicate and implement company initiatives and policies.

* Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications and work with Quality resources to address variations.

* Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.

* Develop metrics to improve daily and weekly efficiency, tracking performance through trending analyses.

* Conduct weekly team meetings to promote improvement opportunities.

* Perform other tasks as assigned.

Position Requirements

* High School diploma or equivalent (bachelor's degree preferred).

* 5+ years' management or supervisory experience.

* Manufacturing experience required.

* Experience implementing lean manufacturing processes.

* Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and mathematical skills.

* Self-starter with desire and willingness to institute change.

* Capable of overcoming obstacles and completing assignments in a timely manner.

* Ability to motivate individuals and teams to perform at high levels to meet and exceed goals.

* Team-oriented approach with a desire to work in a hands-on leadership capacity.

* Positive attitude, good judgment, and excellent time management skills.

* Ability to effectively document performance and activities of Finishing functions.

* Strong sense of responsibility and ownership plus a desire and willingness to institute change when needed.

* Strong aptitude for understanding and troubleshooting mechanical processes.

* PC skills including experience with MS Office Suite.

* Positive can-do attitude.

Physical Requirements

* Ability to work in high-noise areas and wear appropriate hearing protection devices.

* The position requires the ability to regularly stand for long periods of time.

* Ability to stand, walk and sit for long periods of time; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift/push/pull/carry up to 25 pounds.

Must be able to complete all essential job functions listed in the position responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.