Manufacturing Supervisor

Manufacturing Supervisor

Building the people that build the world. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

As part of Detection and Measurement, Radiodetection is a global leader in the design and development of equipment and software used by utility companies to install, protect, and maintain underground infrastructure networks. Through precision and magnetic locators and ground penetrating radar, we help prevent damage to infrastructure utilities and protect lives.

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Manufacturing Supervisor, you will be responsible leading a manufacturing team and overseeing daily operations and production processes for the facility in Springfield, MO. The Manufacturing Supervisor will be responsible for hiring, training, and motivating employees, driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring a safe and clean working environment, and prioritizing positive measures that favorably impact on-time delivery, quality control, inventory management, and financial commitments.

The successful Manufacturing Supervisor will have strong leadership abilities and a passion for operational excellence.

• Supervisory Leadership:
  • Provide leadership and guidance to manufacturing team, ensuring productivity, collaboration, and a positive working environment.
  • Foster open communication and promote a culture of trust and engagement, embodying the SPX core values.
  • Partner in the recruitment of employees by promoting open job opportunities and actively participating in the hiring, selection, and on‑boarding processes.
  • Actively support employee training and development by identifying training needs, developing training plans, providing coaching and guidance to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
  • Coach and lead performance discussions with employees, delivering corrective actions as appropriate.
  • Organize the workflow of department by setting objectives, preparing schedules, and communicating objectives and progress to team.
  • Serve as point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, actively listening and, in partnership with HR, address issues in a timely manner using a proactive approach to conflict resolution.
• Safety:
  • Promote and maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety guidelines, conducting regular inspections, and addressing potential issues immediately.
  • Ensure tools and equipment are in working order and can be used in a safe manner.
  • Assist in investigations of safety concerns.
  • Oversee the cleanliness and organization of manufacturing area.
  • Serve as champion of safety, encouraging employees to identify risks and work together to resolve issues.
• Production Execution:
  • Collaborate with production planning and logistics to prioritize production schedules, monitor progress, and ensure on‑time delivery of orders that meet customer expectations.
  • Implement and monitor quality control procedures and standards to ensure production of high quality products.
  • Conduct inspections and partner with quality team to address issues promptly.
  • Optimize inventory management process to support production requirements and ensure accuracy of inventory records.
  • Understand production schedules and estimate accurate hour requirements for completion.
  • Ensure direct and indirect labor goals are met on a daily basis.
  • Manage scrap within assigned area to achieve program fiscal goals.
  • Ensure all standard operating procedures are followed.
• Continuous Improvement and Documentation:
  • Use ERP system and other technology to prepare reports for planning, performance monitoring, issue identification, and improvement.
  • Maintain accurate records including production reports, inventory data, safety logs, employee performance records, time and attendance records.
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