Manufacturing Plant Production Manager

Position: Production Supervisor

Reports to: Plant Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: KS077 Kansas City

Summary:

This position is responsible for the ensuring that our manufacturing department operates at peak efficiency while constantly looking to improve output. This role

Primary Job Functions:

• Supervises and coordinates plant floor activities of workers in the manufacturing processes of cutting, tempered, laminated or insulated glass products.
• Oversees and or conducts training of new and existing employees to include work methods and procedures, employee handbook, safety training
• Inspects products to verify conformance to Company specifications and Directs setup and adjustments of machines
• Provide employees with timely and accurate feedback of performance reviews, disciplinary problems, material shortages, and equipment problems etc. when required or appropriate.
• Participation in interviewing, hiring, and terminations of Employees as needed
• Retention, training and continued development of hourly associates
• Interface with team members on a daily basis and act as the first line of command in resolving problems and maintaining efficient, orderly workflow.
• Ensuring on-time delivery, management of the flow of raw materials and control of inventory
• Adherence to product and customer specifications
• Compliance with all required Employment Laws and OSHA regulations and policies
• Accurate and timely production reporting
• Maintaining appropriate working relationships with internal and external customers and regulatory agency employees
• Creating and maintaining a plant floor environment that promotes safety and the safe operation of the entire process
• Continued assessment of cost reduction opportunities through the utilization of resources to remove process costs, improve efficiencies, and develop creative staffing strategies
• Experience in 5S and Lean manufacturing knowledge
• Maintain and improve high quality levels by ensuring that all work processes are performed correctly and accurately.

Supervisory Responsibilities :

• Supervises assigned employees and conveys Management’s expectations and direction. Responsibilities include: training, directing, and motivating assigned employees and making recommendations to Management on their behalf.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Planning and organizational skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

• Problem solving skills

• Ability to mentor and coach employees on a one-on-one basis as well as a group

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma and two year degree preferred

• At least 5 years of experience in an Architectural Glass Manufacturing environment.

• Two years of Supervisory experience preferred or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.