Lean Production Supervisor

Position Overview:

The Lean Production Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the production floor, ensuring the effective supervision of a unionized workforce.

This role will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and productivity while promoting a culture of Lean manufacturing.

The supervisor will be responsible for coordinating production activities, ensuring operational goals are met, and aligning team efforts with company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:


* Supervise and Lead Production Team:



* Manage, coach, and develop a unionized workforce to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety and quality standards.


* Produce production schedules, adjusting as necessary to meet demand and resolve bottlenecks.


* Act as the primary point of contact between union employees and management, addressing labor concerns, fostering communication, and ensuring compliance with the union contract.

Lean Manufacturing Initiatives:


* Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational efficiency.


* Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging employee involvement in Lean projects and problem-solving activities.


* Utilize tools like Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis to identify areas of improvement and implement corrective actions.

Ensure Safety and Quality Compliance:


* Maintain a strong focus on safety, ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and protocols.


* Ensure adherence to quality standards, implementing corrective actions as needed to maintain product quality.


* Monitor and report key production metrics (e.g., efficiency, downtime, scrap rates) and implement actions to improve performance.

Performance Management and Development:


* Provide leadership and guidance, conduct performance reviews, providing constructive feedback, and developing training plans for employees.


* Responsible for employee performance management, including disciplinary actions.


* Promote a positive working environment by fostering open communication and collaboration between team members.


* Address and resolve any employee performance or behavioral issues in accordance with company policies and union agreements.

Collaboration with Other Departments:


* Work closely with other departments such as engineering, maintenance, quality, planning and purchasing to ensure smooth production operations.


* Actively participate in cross-functional teams to solve production-related challenges and improve overall plant performance.

Qualifications:


* Experience:



* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role, ideally in a unionized environment.


* Demonstrated experience in implementing and driving Lean manufacturing initiatives.

Education:


* Bachelor's degree in a related fie...