Manufacturing Department Supervisor Job Clifton area,New Jersey USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Manufacturing Department Supervisor (Multiple Shifts Available)

Position Overview

This position is responsible for coordinating and directing the manufacturing process of all company products on the assigned line or department. Responsible for carrying out the production schedule requirements, utilizing available resources, in a manner which ensures the utmost safety, quality, efficiency and adherence to all company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision of all production personnel on assigned department.

Good communication with other shift Leads and Supervisors to ensure continuous smooth plant operation and high productivity.

Lead Lean Daily Management meetings at the beginning of each shift.

Ensure supervised staff is trained to perform their duties in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with applicable quality standards.

Administer annual performance reviews in partnership with Shift Supervisor. Will also support and administer evaluations as part of the Company's Compensation Program.

Address and resolve employee related issues with HR guidance as needed.

Full support and participation in the success of the Preventive Maintenance Program and Safety (OSHA Compliance) programs.

Management of Paid Time Off Scheduling to ensure proper production coverage.

Holding employees accountable to following company policies and procedures.

Responsible for Visual/Labor Capture timekeeping output management.

Accurate Visual ERP transactions of raw materials in WIP.

Provide immediate feedback to Shift Supervisor or proper support teams on all issues with equipment/process, constraints and injuries.

Manufacturing

Ensure all employees are using the proper Personal Protection Equipment defined for use in their jobs.

Ensure employees are practicing safe working habits and report any and all accidents immediately.

Ensure employees are maintaining a clean, uncluttered work environment in their assigned area(s).

Detail work assignments to the employees within the department to meet our delivery expectations.

Immediately highlight constraints to the department's ability to meet the scheduled production.

Perform spot checks, daily, on items such as first articles and visual rejects.

Ensure employees are trained to perform their duties in a safe, productive and accurate manner.

Will help the Shift Supervisor and other Department Leads as needed, in the form of staffing and projects.

Ensure department adherence to the Company's attendance, break, safety and other policies.

Provide feedback on department employees for use in employee performance evaluations.

Participate in department employee performance appraisals.

Operate equipment, as required.

Other Important Responsibilities

Timely Corrective Action response and resolution to relevant situations.
Engage and support company wide Safety and Cleanliness Programs.
As part of the EMS
- Environment Management System, will meet compliance obligations and accountability by contributing but not limited to the company's recycling guidelines, proper waste and other environmental performance practices.
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Suite including Outlook and Excel.
Basic knowledge of ERP (Visual).
Will be required to perform other job functions, as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of people leadership experience.
High School Graduate preferred.
Ability to relate to employees and understand their needs.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written (able to send email and be proficient in Microsoft Suite).
Basic PowerBI skills (searching database, viewing and understanding report, etc).
Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check own work.
Excellent time management skills.
Task oriented excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize work load.
Enthusiastic attitude, cooperative team player, adaptable to new or changing circumstances, professional demeanor, self-motivated, creative and innovative.
Excellent problem-solving skills.

Physical requirements and work environment

Must be able to lift 25/50 lbs.
Must be able to sustain office work as needed including the following:
- Sitting in an office chair
- Typing
- Reaching for the telephone
- Standing at office equipment
- Hearing for phone use
- Sight for computer use
Must be able to sustain factory…