Production Supervisor - Reno

Summary

Supervises and coordinates activities of workers, on one shift of a 5-day, multi-shift operation, engaged in operating a variety of injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment to manufacture and assemble parts used in production of lawn & garden products by performing the following duties.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 

§  Analyzes work orders to estimate worker hours and create machining schedules that meet both internal and external needs.

 

§  Computes amounts of stock and supplies required for operations, based on production schedules, and requisitions materials from storage area and communicates inventory levels to materials and management.

 

§  Interprets “Bill of Materials,” specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties.

 

§  Plans flow of materials through department and develops physical layout of machines according to work orders.

 

§  Interfaces with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met.

 

§  Inspects and measures parts and products to verify conformance to specifications.

 

§  Directs workers in adjusting machines and equipment to repair products, which fail to meet standards.

 

§  Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.

 

§  Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.

 

§  Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.

 

§  Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.

 

§  Assigns staff and schedules work to facilitate production and maintain budgetary goals.

 

§  Maintains time, production and associate progression records.

 

§  Assists with cycle counts and all other forms of inventory control and accuracy.

 

§  Other duties as required.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities  

Directly supervises associates in the Plastics & Light Assembly Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

 Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience on shop floor of an injection-molding and/or light assembly environment in a supervisory or technicians role with strong plastics processing skills.

 

Computer Skills  

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an intermediate level of knowledge of Inventory software; Manufacturing software; Payroll systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.  General PC navigational knowledge is required.

 

Other Skills and Abilities

Related experience in a manufacturing environment a plus, but not required.  Demonstrated experience in leadership skills and experience in resolving conflict a plus, but not required.

 

Ability to prioritize, organize, and work under pressure and with all levels of the organization.