Supervisor, Production

Supervisor, Production

Kyocera International, Inc. (North America) – Hendersonville, NC

Salary Range: $60,000 – $90,000 annually

General Description: The Supervisor oversees existing processes and improvements based on a variety of production needs. This position will direct the production team in daily manufacture of existing products and processes, while working with the Engineering team on the development of new processes, training employees, customer interaction, and interaction with Kyocera sales/operations.

The Supervisor is responsible for the continual maintenance of a safe working environment, employee development, upkeep of production lines, as well as daily/monthly/yearly HE (P/L) sheet planning/result. This position will report to the Production Manager or equivalent level and is accountable for all team functions/performance.

• Interviews, supervises, develops, mentors, and coordinates the schedules of the production staff.
• Works directly with meticulous and/or ITAR customers to meet all requirements on production parts.
• Assists engineering team in designing, installing, and commissioning new production processes and tooling.
• Selects, manages, and works with sub‑contractors as related to engineering and production.
• Possibly serves on the corrective action review board and reviews actions assigned to the department.
• Makes observations, measures performance daily, and adjusts to achieve monthly metrics.
• Maintains high standards to key plant performance metrics including safety, maintenance, OTD, quality, production, status.
• Calculates expense plans and coordinates purchases with supply management as needed.
• Prepares reports, flow diagrams, SPC, CAD drawings and charts as requested.
• Participates in hiring, promotions, disciplinary processes as needed, working closely with HR and plant management.
• Promotes safe work practices and reviews accident investigations.
• Works closely with quality, scheduling, supply management, and planning daily.
• Reports departmental deliverables to plant production manager and/or plant manager monthly; prepares analysis on OTD and efficiency.
• Models professional and ethical behavior in reporting and decision making.

• High school diploma required; degree in engineering or related field preferred.
• At least 2 years experience managing a production team in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage and motivate employees and follow through on deadlines and goals.
• Knowledge of FMEA, Lean and Six Sigma principles helpful.
• Computer skills: proficient with Outlook, SAP and Excel.
• Ability to read blueprints, knowledge of machines, SPC, Failure Analysis, and engineering metrics.
• Vision required for close work and reading a computer screen.
• Eligible to work in an ITAR environment.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.
• Ability to work well with others, external and internal.

Regularly required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to use hands and arms; occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, or balance. May lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently. Requires close vision.

Frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles. Noise level usually moderate.

All duties and responsibilities subject to change. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations (ITAR/EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons.

EEO Statement: Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made for applicants with disabilities.