Production Supervisor

Job Type: Full-time

Position Summary: To direct all aspects of the assembly line in a manner that insures the production process, quality and final product meet FAA and other approved specifications.

• Oversee and supervise the Production department activities while supporting Leads in the daily tasks.
• Manage the payroll and timesheets for all the non-exempt employees as needed.
• Manage shopfloor boards data including the production schedule and any other source of performance/info charts related to the production department.
• Coordinates with Engineering to ensure Engineering issues are resolved in a timely manner
• Coordinates with production planning to ensure that control sheets are received according to the production plan. Review for accuracy and advise planning if changes are needed
• Coordinates with Logistics and Purchasing to ensure that material flow is constant
• Coordinate inspection flow with the QA department to ensure an efficient and timely line movement.
• Follow up with the Line DPU’s and support in corrective actions. Also, look after unresolved quality criteria issues and coordinate for resolution.
• Coordinate with other supervisors and line leads the movements of employees when needed.
• Coordinate interdepartmental meetings to mitigate issues and make sure the assigned actions are on track.
• Analyze assembly performance, training, efficiency and attendance.
• Follow up with open MRB’s and contact the respective department for a timely handling of it.
• Attend to departmental meetings and moderate as needed.
• Audit Line processes and provide guidance to maintain the compliance.
• Evaluate operator performance daily and make recommendations for improvement to the Production Manager
• Coach employees as needed and perform 1 on 1’s.
• Evaluate subordinates and keep records of performance.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring and disciplining assembly operators in coordination with the Production Manager and Human Resources.
• Support line leads in the daily operational challenges.
• Participate in process improvements projects and promote the continuous improvement approach on the Lines and with your subordinates.
• Initiate and manage corrective actions for line issues (5 why’s, problem solving process, etc.)
• Support Lean and 5S initiatives
• Ensure company guidelines and safety policies are followed

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Admin, Manufacturing or in related field preferred; or 4+ years of Production/ Assembly experience
• 5-7 years related experience with a combination of associate's degree education in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEMs) related fields.

• Must be able to read, write and interpret technical drawings and instructions
• Experience with PC’s and associated software
• Knowledge of assembly procedures required; seat assembly preferred
• Ability to independently plan and prioritize tasks
• Ability to solve problems with little or no guidance
• Ability to organize teams to effectively accomplish organizational goals
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule