Manufacturing Supervisor - Dunlap, TN

Role Summary Manufacturing Supervisor

Company: MANN+HUMMEL

Location: Dunlap, TN

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The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for supervising the setup, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of manufacturing production equipment, including machining, processing, assembly and packaging.

• Manage and control the day-to-day activities for an assigned shift within a M+H production zone.
• Plan, review and approve daily attendance records, assigning, and directing work.
• Ensure the production activities are in line with the production plan and deadlines.
• Understand and develop plans to produce parts in accordance with customer schedules and shipments.
• Ensure strict adherence to MH quality procedures and compliance with all customer requirements during the complete production process.
• Support the RPS/8D Process in collaboration with the Production Manager to ensure that the quality standards are met and participate in RPS discussions/meetings.
• Ensure the quality approval of the products by the Quality Inspectors and implement corrective actions in case of deviations, controlling if the corrective measures are effectively applied.
• Implement, coordinate and control cleanliness and order of the production area/activities (e.g. ensure the 5S Process, implement Production Basics, etc.).
• Ensure that the machines and equipment are properly used and maintained.
• Manage/execute the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Process, controlling loss and/or damage to machines and equipment.
• Ensure changeovers and machine set‑ups are executed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Coordinate and control the set‑up processes according to the pre‑defined schedule.
• Provide, manage, and update all documentation related to the production activities.
• Manage zone and machine safety, ensuring compliance with safety requirements, sustainability issues, and legal regulations.
• Maintain records as per ISO/TS/EMS Standards.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in technical or business education.

Experience:

• 6 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing operations.
• 6 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience with Plastic Injection Mold/Blow Mold or component assembly.
• Experience with Visual Manufacturing, including Kan Ban/Takt Time/Visual Work Instructions.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (Takt, One‑piece flow, Pull, 5S).
• Automotive industry experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of TS 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements.