Production Supervisor - Night Shift Job at ZipRecruiter in Fairfield

Overview

Why Join Mattr?

• Multiple medical, dental & vision plan options (Blue Cross Blue Shield & VSP)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with monthly company contributions
• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match, vested from day one
• Incentive bonus plans + paid vacation & sick leave
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365, LifeMart & more)
• Year-round permanent work at one location with tools, PPE & safety training
• Onsite parking + staff social events

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will establish short term and long-term direction for the department using input from the Site & Production Managers to help achieve the overall operational goals of the facility. The Production Supervisor is accountable for daily supervision and workload management for the Production team.

REQUIREMENTS:

Responsibilities

• Oversee the shift production performance as it relates to throughput and scrap targets.
• Maintain the HSE system as it applies to the team members and areas under the Production Supervisor’s control.
• Lead team’s adherence to the Quality system and conformance to Control Plans.
• Monitor schedule adherence and work closely with Planning on schedule needs/adjustments
• Collaborate with the Engineering, Maintenance, Safety, Planning, and Quality groups to create a world class working environment.
• Engage team and the Quality group in the Customer Complaint and NCR processes.
• Enter Maintenance Work Orders and engage with the Maintenance group during PM cycles
• Develop, provide guidance, and mentor team and Shift Lead(s).
• Work on Continuous Improvement projects as a leader and/or team member.
• Support the 5S system and lead the adherence to current standards.
• Lead daily Team Meetings and establish a daily cadence of communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 to 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Minimum High School education, preferably Community college or Bachelor's degree.
• Previous experience within manufacturing.
• Previous experience in continuous improvement - must.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing teams.
• Holding Six Sigma White or Green belt - .
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages with emphasis on Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to be a two-way communicator who actively listens to team members, customers, and business partners.
• Strong knowledge of Safety principles and 5S standards.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement principles including 8D and 5 Why.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism while under stress.
• Capable of establishing clear priorities and developing innovative solutions.
• Must have an inherent sense of urgency.