Lean Production Supervisor

Working within union environment, the Lean Production Supervisor directs and coordinates activities of production departments in processing materials and manufacturing products, so that approved materials and products are manufactured on schedule and meet quality standards and cost objectives.

Essential Job Functions and Accountabilities:


* Active participation in team-based culture and Lean Enterprise initiatives, including 6S program and offer valuable input to better improve process.



* Monitor visual workplace 6S principles.

Provide a safe workplace for all employees.

Maintain security of all company assets.

Ensure appropriate training and resources for employees to perform their jobs effectively, efficiently, and safely.


* Maintain open lines of communication through daily shift briefings and communications by providing a motivational environment through personal example and solid interpersonal skills.


* Manages production demands through sound scheduling practices that will ensure that all resources (staffing, equipment, methods and materials) are present to produce the required output.


* Communicates progress, issues, priorities, and delivery commitments to all employees as well as management team.


* Reviews manufacturing productivity daily to discover any issues or delays that should be resolved to keep schedule intact by managing workload within the cells.


* Resolves routine employee relations, ensures punctual, reliable attendance and approves employee hours including overtime and PTO


* Provides input into work instructions and procedures used in production


* Monitors department metrics on customer performance and efficiency


* Creates a cross-trained, flexible workforce.


* Continually evaluates and works toward continuous improvement with manufacturing processes and communicates initiatives to employees

Educational and Experience Qualifications:


* Bachelor's Degree in Management or related discipline and 5-10 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment, with 3-5 years supervisory experience


* Previous experience managing employees in a union environment preferred

Other Qualifications:



* Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes



* Understanding of LEAN principals


* Effective problem identification and solution skills


* Demonstrated problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker



* Demonstrated strong and effective communication skills: written, oral, and interpersonal



* Ability to multi-task, work independently, and employ effective time management skills


* Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel proficiency


* Proficiency in the manufacturing modules of an ERP system


* CPR/First Aid/First Responder certification preferred, but not required

Physical Demands

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