Production Supervisor; Cortex 1st Shift

Position: Production Supervisor (Cortex) 1st Shift
Production Supervisor

OMG Inc. is a leading manufacturer of fastening products and technologies for the commercial roofing and construction industries worldwide. Headquartered in western Massachusetts, OMG is an equal-opportunity employer prioritizing the safety of our employees and customers. The company values integrity, teamwork, diversity, trust, respect, commitment, and a passion for excellence. OMG is a global company operating manufacturing facilities in Massachusetts, Illinois, and Minnesota.

Position Overview

OMG currently operates in two Divisions: OMG Roofing Products and Fasten Master®. OMG Roofing Products is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of value-added components for the commercial roofing industry. The Fasten Master Division manufactures and markets innovative, premium quality wood-to-wood fasteners that are engineered to enable professional contractors to complete building projects safer, faster, and easier. The Production Supervisor effectively directs the day-to-day activities to meet production, quality, safety, and continuous improvement goals.

This key position demands strong problem solving and communication skills, and the ability to drive a team to meet performance targets. The Production Supervisor requires a strong understanding of production manufacturing and lean processes and will lead by example.

Position Responsibilities

• Promote Safety as the Number One priority of all OMG employees.
• Drive Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean Manufacturing, providing direction and support to CI Teams to exceed goals.
• Review production requirements and adjust work schedules to meet objectives.
• Develop new, and track existing, cost savings and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Effectively manage shift workers, including hiring, training, employee development, performance reviews, addressing disciplinary issues, and resolving employee performance issues.
• Develop the bench strength for our manufacturing teams.
• Communicate and implement company initiatives and policies.
• Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications and work with Quality resources to address variations.
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Develop metrics to improve daily and weekly efficiency, tracking performance through trending analyses.
• Conduct weekly team meetings to promote improvement opportunities.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (bachelor's degree preferred).
• 5+ years' management or supervisory experience.
• Manufacturing experience required.
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and mathematical skills.
• Self-starter with desire and willingness to institute change.
• Capable of overcoming obstacles and completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to motivate individuals and teams to perform at high levels to meet and exceed goals.
• Team-oriented approach with a desire to work in a hands-on leadership capacity.
• Positive attitude, good judgment, and excellent time management skills.
• Ability to effectively document performance and activities of Finishing functions.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership plus a desire and willingness to institute change when needed.
• Strong aptitude for understanding and troubleshooting mechanical processes.
• PC skills including experience with MS Office Suite.
• Positive can-do attitude.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in high-noise areas and wear appropriate hearing protection devices.
• The position requires the ability to regularly stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to stand, walk and sit for long periods of time; talk and hear, both in person and by telephone; handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms; and occasionally lift/push/pull/carry up to 25 pounds.

Must be able to complete all essential job functions listed in the position responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.