Manufacturing Supervisor

Hi-Tek Manufacturing is searching for experienced 1st shift Manufacturing Supervisorwho wishes to continue developing his or her career as a machiningleader for the aerospace / turbine industry. Hi-Tek offers competitive wages and a full benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 9 paid holidays per year, paid vacation time, 401K plan with company match, HSA & Flex Spending programs, supplemental health plans, and more!

Hi-Tek offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and we believe in quality and safety above all else.

** 1st shift 7:00am-3:30pm Mon-FriHours may vary based on company needs. This is a salaried-exempt position.

Hi-Tek is a Drug-Free Workplace and conducts pre-employment 10-panel drug and background screening and random drug screening.

General Purpose

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the 1st shift Manufacturing Supervisor will assist in developing an intentional culture of excellence, teamwork, and growth. This key role will direct, and coordinate production. The Supervisor will direct Team Leads, Set-up Techs, Operators, Machinists, and other employees involved in processing product. The position is responsible for scheduling all production for 1st shift. The Manufacturing Supervisor will also lead performance through planning, coordinating, and evaluating the activities of the management team and employees while ensuring production quality and safety standards throughout the side of the shop.

Works with engineers and the safety / training coordinator to ensure safety of plant employees and the production process.

Essential Tasks

• Demonstrate a can-do attitude and an optimistic leadership approach.
• Direct employees with respect to production, volume, cost, quality, and meeting production schedules and delivery dates.
• Meet and exceed production quality and quantity standards on the shift.
• Create high-performing teams and a collaborative environment to improve job satisfaction and retention among all team members.
• Influence team members positively to achieve desired work outcomes by setting the example and openly sharing knowledge and skills.
• Develop thorough knowledge of all processes and equipment.
• Report any processes and equipment problems and monitor all activity to resolve the issue.
• Lead and/or influence teams to troubleshoot daily production issues, solve longer-term problems, and improve processes.
• Coach employees towards success by providing constructive feedback, establishing mentoring connections, and when appropriate, initiating disciplinary action.
• Excel in ambiguous and stressful scenarios that result from changes and deadlines, remaining flexible and vigilant.
• Assist with New Product Introduction and Product Development projects.
• Maintain responsibility for all processes, equipment, employees, safety, and housekeeping of the department.
• Maintain communication between management and employees to ensure that necessary policies, regulations, and procedures are understood and followed.
• Excel in other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, cultivate a collaborative environment, and abide by our organizations values.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment.
• Always take ownership and be accountable for your actions.
• Good and reliable attendance and an optimistic attitude are necessary.
• Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation.

Education and Experience

• 7+ years in manufacturing including 2+ years at a manager level position directing operations of similar manufacturing facility with direct responsibility to meet production throughput and quality goals.
• A minimum of 5+ years' experience in CNC machining preferred.
• A minimum of 2+ years in a leadership role with 20+ direct reports preferred.
• Experience working with complex / engineered product lines.
• Considerable experience defining and utilizing manufacturing systems, data, and metrics to plan and execute production plans.
• Able to lead cross functional teams to identify the root cause and implement effective corrective actions for problems which impede the execution of production plans.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills required to effectively interact with all teams, areas, and levels of business.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and successfully multi-task, excellent organizational skills, a high sense of urgency.
• Associate's degree+ and or trade school certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Productions required.
• Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now a plus.
• Must meet the ITAR definition of 120.15 U.S. person.

Key Competencies

• Culture Development
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
• Conceptual and Initiative-taking thinking
• Coaching and collaboration
• Balanced decision making
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• High ethical standards and personal integrity among…