Production Supervisor

## Production Supervisor Apply:
Onsite:
Hamilton, Ohio, USA:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
JR101490

Since 1892, OPW customers have been able to count on us to revolutionize fluid-handling operations around the world. As a global leader in fluid-handling solutions, the mission of OPW is to be a developer of a comprehensive array of innovative fluid-handling solutions that our customers can consistently and reliably count on. These include loading and unloading systems for high-value hazardous and non-hazardous bulk products;

railcar and transport tank-truck valves, gauging devices and tank-monitoring systems; automated storage-terminal controls and systems; and regulators, fittings, valves, vaporizers, vacuum-jacketed piping and gas-handling systems for the safe handling and distribution of cryogenics and industrial gases. OPW has more than 2,000 employees with manufacturing operations in North America, Europe and China, and sales offices around the world. OPW is part of the Clean Energy & Fueling segment of Dover (NYSE: DOV).  

The Production Supervisor will supervise and coordinate employees and processes to meet the needs of customers, both internal and external. Provide and apply visual management tools in support of continual improvement measures. Provide effective management and support of operational activities in accordance with company policy and procedure. Assure that the appropriate materials, tooling, visual management tools, equipment and supervision are provided for the work areas.
** What You’ll Do
*** Key deliverables in order of importance:
Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity
* Ensure shipment dates are updated and communicated to inside sales.
* Maintain daily efficiency tracking and develop productivity improvements.
* Supervise the quality of the employees’ work and provide any needed assistance to meet both product quality and employee safety expectations.
* Ensure proper management of all production shifts and employees.
* Coordinate manufacturing needs with other departments and provide support to other departments in attaining the company’s mission of customer satisfaction.
* Ensure proper monitoring and compliance of employees to OPW policies.
* Ensure that the needed training is provided for employees.
* Provide visual management tools and increase visual management in shop.
* Support and supply continual improvement procedures.
* Work to improve 6S in the plant.
* Other activities as needed.
** What You’ll Bring
*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering / business / other applicable field, or 5+ years relevant work experience.
* 5+ years of experience in supervisory or leadership role, preferably in manufacturing environment.
* 5+ years of hands-on experience with Oracle transactions/Ops systems preferred.
** The Ideal Candidate Will Also Bring
*** Preferred 10+ years of experience as line leader or supervisor in manufacturing.
* Proven track record within key functional areas with measurements of on-time production, order completion, machine/equipment maintenance, material flow and supply chain and production efficiency.
* Experience in working across broad group of operations teams, including, but not limited to assembly, machining, welding, maintenance, logistics.
* Working knowledge of Lean systems and tools
* Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
* Leadership/mentoring skills and prior supervisor experience desired
* Listen and communicate effectively with production and office employees
* Must be able to draw conclusions and make fair judgment on employee issues
* High level of customer focus and ability to maintain a positive attitude at all times.
* Ability to maintain a professional…