Supervise shift personnel in the manufacture of plant products consistent with high quality and safety standards.
Maintain close observation of orders to keep informed of manufacturing status and, when needed, initiate the necessary steps to conform to schedule.
Promote and support site initiatives including safety programs, lean initiatives, training programs, and consistently interpret & apply all policies, practices and procedures among plant employees.
Recommend and implement measures to motivate employees and to encourage employees to recommend ways to improve process, quality, safety and efficiency.
Routinely evaluate employee performance and identify training needs. Coach and counsel employees for performance, attendance and behavior. Participate in the resolution of employee relations issues.
Review and approve work time in the appropriate time keeping system. Maintain and verify accuracy of the hours each employee has worked.
Adjust direct labor to support demand and manage available resources to ensure on time production and delivery of customer orders.
Ensure SOPs, cGMP, OSHA and Safety regulations are followed.
Perform routine visual inspection of work areas for unusual occurrences, safety hazards, housekeeping, work space organization and generate work orders where appropriate.
Liaise with internal and external customers and other departments as appropriate.
Participate in special project teams as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.
Conforms with and abides by all laws, regulations, policies, work procedures, instruction, and all safety rules.
Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance.
Other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in technical or business related field
Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing with 3 years of experience in People Management
Knowledge of computer programs and applications
Certification in First Aid/CPR
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to directly supervise hourly employees in the manufacturing/production area
Must have effective problem solving and interpersonal skills
Able to exercise independent judgment with limited instruction and guidance
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with all levels in the organization.
Proficient in computer use including Microsoft Office
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels of employees. Must exhibit a positive and
Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times.
Travel Requirements:
Physical and Mental Requirements:
Manufacturing environment
Minimal to no travel
Overtime and being on-call is required. Occasionally required to work on different shifts.
Regularly uses hands and fingers to operate objects, tools or controls. Frequently required to stand, talk and hear for long periods of time.
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds
Specific vision abilities may be needed by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.