Production Supervisor

Position Description

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor plans and executes work required in accordance with customer demand and quality requirements by managing the staff work schedules and promoting a highly efficient, organized and safe work environment.  He / She will be responsible for meeting weekly requirements and modifying schedules as needed to support the business.  Responsible for departmental performance measures including visual controls and provides regular progress reports to the Operations Manager.  Ensures effective employee relations, to include all aspects of performance management, investigations, and problem resolution.  Ensures all employees are performing their work in a manner that is in accordance with Saint-Gobain standards and must set a good example. Must provide outstanding leadership and collaborate closely with all shifts and departments as necessary.

Saint-Gobain operations run 24 hours a day, 5 days a week but on occasion will run 24/6 or 24/7. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Manage the day-to-day operations of the Bow Plant to meet safety, throughput and quality goals.  Includes scheduling and assigning personnel; developing and maintaining the production schedule, establishing priorities; monitoring progress, revising schedules, resolving problems, materials management, and MRP system management and initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments

Execute WCM/continuous improvement activities including KPI reporting, maintenance of ISO 9001 systems, 5S activities, Minor/Major Kaizens, Root Cause Investigation. 

Oversee manufacturing staff by  training, communicating job expectations, monitoring and appraising job results, developing personal growth opportunities, coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.  Initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.

Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance - Incident Reporting and Investigation, Compliance Assurance monitoring, and Permitting (LOTO, Confined Space, etc.).

Backfill operator positions during employee absences, vacations, and etc.

RELOCATION:  Not Authorized

SPONSORSHIP:  Not Authorized

Work Environment:

• Production environment with regular exposure to noise, chemicals and dust
• May be exposed to cold and/or hot temperatures at times

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to climb a ladder/stairs, be comfortable at heights, operate equipment that is in constant motion, use of both hands at working height and periodic use able head

• Ability to stand/walk, particularly for sustained periods of time

• Ability to lift/move a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly

• Ability to operate a forklift and work in confined spaces as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Operations, Management, Engineering or related field (preferred)

• 5 or more years of supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree

• Demonstrated experience in developing teams and individual employees

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles

• Strong leadership/managing skills, to include data analysis and problem solving

Company Summary

Saint-Gobain’s innovations touch almost every major industry around the world.  Our ambition is to provide innovative solutions that combine material science, processing technology and design to save energy, provide protection, improve comfort, and give peace-of-mind to our customers. Our unique performance is delivered by passionate people, empowered to collaborate closely with our customers and solve their toughest challenges. 

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

Make the World a Better Home, is our purpose.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

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