Production Supervisor

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Production Supervisor (Manufacturing)
Join the Gerber Gear Team in Portland, OR!

At Gerber Gear, we’re all about creating high-quality, innovative tools and knives that people trust in the outdoors, at work, and  Portland team is passionate about craftsmanship, safety, and performance, and we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to help us design, build, and deliver gear that makes a real difference. If you’re ready to be part of a legacy of precision, durability, and adventure, explore our opportunities in Portland today!

This role directs, organizes, and oversees production. Ensures that production functions are completed in accordance with established quality and production standards. Completes related paperwork and support duties. Communicates with purchasing and inventory to ensure that supplies and inventory are at appropriate levels. Sets up machinery and ensures that machinery operates properly. Assists with other production activities as needed. Assists in evaluating employees.

Performs production duties as needed. May need to supervise other production areas as needed.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned)
• Organize, direct, and oversee correct and timely completion of production functions. Organize, schedule, and prioritize production functions. Ensure machines are operating properly and are properly maintained. Assist employees with machine operation as required.
• Oversee and ensure that processes are being completed according to Company standards and specifications. Maintain and drive improvement in Yield, Efficiency and Scrap
• Complete related paperwork, reports, and support functions, including monitoring inventory and requisitions as appropriate. Maintain the production schedule provided and inform management of any significant problems or concerns. Update production and inventory records as assigned.
• Ensure production functions are conducted in accordance with Company policies and procedures, deadlines are met, and work areas are clean, secure, and well maintained.
• Ensure established production procedures and instructions are followed, and quality and safety standards are met. Review and update production policies and procedures regularly.
• Assist, direct, and support production personnel, management, and other company personnel as needed by establishing and maintaining good communication. Assist the Production Manager in evaluating the progress and performance of employees and provide suggestions for improved performance.
• Perform production duties as needed.
• Keep the Production Manager informed of area activities and of any significant concerns. Identify problems and provide suggestions.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
• High School diploma or equivalent, with at least 3-5 years of related production experience, preferably with injection molding, machining, and/or robotics, and at least 2 years of supervisory or lead experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in Microsoft software suite.
• Understanding of production standards and procedures.
• Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization.
• Ability to interpret various instructions.
• Ability to perform basic math such as arithmetic and unit conversions
• Ability to operate production machinery.
• Attentive to detail with a quality focused mindset.
• Strong supervisory abilities.
• Solid decision-making skills.
• Cooperative and willing to assist others.
• Ability to absorb, retain, recall and make good decisions regarding information
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with cross functional teams.
• Contributes to a positive work culture that promotes a collaborative work environment
• Must be comfortable with a fast paced, rapid change environment and be able to multi-task across projects with excellent organizational skills.
• Passion for and user of Gerber product portfolio a plus.

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