Dana Incorporated is hiring: Area Supervisor- 3rd Shift in Lafayette

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Position Overview:

The area supervisor will lead the associates in your assigned area. You will engage and train your team to continuously improve the Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost goals of the business. Drive action wherever needed to resolve urgent issues. Utilize data to manage your area of responsibility and train all associates to do the same to improve. You are accountable for results and represent the values of the company and of a good leader.

Essential Duties:

1. Lead associates through coaching, engagement, communication, morale building, and teaming. Be the leader and coach.
2. Collaborate with support groups such as EHS, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Planning to escalate and improve urgent issues and drive continuous improvement.
3. Measure, report, and improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and cost within your area and across the plant.
4. Provide all subordinates with constant communication, guidance, coaching, and support necessary to perform their jobs effectively and accurately.
5. Work with the Safety Manager to monitor safety compliance and review special requirements on incoming jobs.
6. Use progressive discipline to correct and manage major violations of company policies and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (e.g., fighting, sabotage).
7. Investigate incidents and initiate corrective actions for improper conduct or major violations of policies or the CBA.
8. Ensure factory housekeeping and organization by driving 5S deployment across the factory.
9. Maintain visual management across the factory.
10. Communicate metrics and ensure understanding and ownership at the production team level.
11. Drive continuous improvement in labor efficiency, cost, quality, and factory processes.
12. Prioritize production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials supply.
13. Ensure proper training of all department personnel.

Knowledge & Skills Summary:

• Previous experience in the metals industry is preferred.
• Highly organized with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Availability to work flexible hours and weekends.
• Experience in a multi-shift operation, especially in a union environment, is strongly desired.
• Engineering experience is preferred.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Logistics, Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.