Manufacturing Operations Supervisor

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* Job Description:

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* The Manufacturing Operations Supervisor supports day-to-day manufacturing operations within the Materials Testing Division, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role directly supervises technicians and operators, supports continuous improvement efforts, and works cross-functionally to meet production, safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.

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* Key Responsibilities:

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* + Lead, coach, and develop manufacturing technicians and operators within the Materials Test Division, including performance management, employee development plans, and regular performance reviews.

+ Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, including compliance with all EHS policies and procedures; participate in incident investigations and safety-related audits as required.

+ Ensure daily production schedules are met while achieving safety, quality, delivery and cost targets

+ Coordinate staffing, work assignments, and cross-training to support production demands.

+ Ensures assigned staff are qualified and appropriately trained for assigned work.  Create and maintain training plans and records and ensures that appropriate training programs are in place and yielding required results.

+ Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost, and take corrective action or escalate issues as needed.

+ Control the cost of providing products and services within assigned area(s). Monitor actual costs against standard costs and planned project costs, and contribute to the development and implementation of product, system, and project cost improvement initiatives.

+ Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and other internal partners to resolve production issues and support continuous improvement efforts.

+ Monitor demand for area services and adjust staffing levels to meet requirements using available methods, including internal resources, contract agencies, and direct hiring in partnership with HR.

+ Monitor and adjust point-of-use inventory levels within areas of responsibility, and coordinate with Supply Chain to address shortages, excess inventory, or accuracy issues.

+ Manage timekeeping and attendance processes in accordance with company policy.

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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* + Associate degree in an applicable discipline and 4 years applicable experience to include minimum of 1-year prior lead/supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment OR High school diploma or equivalent and 8 years applicable experience to include minimum of 1-year prior lead/supervisory experience.

+ Experience in hydraulics, electromechanical assembly, or precision manufacturing.

+ Experience working in a regulated or ISO-certified manufacturing environment.

+ Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and standard Microsoft Office tools.

+ Experience leading hourly employees in a technical or industrial setting.

+ Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement.

+ Strong communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.

+ Knowledge of MRD and Kanban System is helpful but not required.

** Company Overview:*
* _14000 Technology Dr., Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA_

A thriving environment for learning, innovation and growth.

Why do so many people join MTS Systems Corporation and stay for a career? Because this is a place where you get to apply your creativity, work with smart people on fascinating projects, and make a positive impact on people's lives. It is a place where you can learn, innovate and grow professionally.

Transforming what's possible with cars, aircraft, bridges, wind turbines and space-age materials - this is work we dream about as kids. At MTS, it's a rewarding career path for talented individuals who are willing to work hard, think hard, and commit to solving complex and critical challenges for our customers around the world, many of whom are leaders in their respective industries.

By joining MTS, you'll have access to the latest tools and technologies, along with the support of colleagues who are passionate about their work. You'll discover a dynamic culture of continuous improvement that extends to our people, one that offers numerous ways to expand your knowledge and advance your career. And because we are a global company, your work may also include world travel.

** Physical Demands (US only):*
* _The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions._

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include…