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Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift - Commercial Solutions Division

ITW, Appleton, Wisconsin, United States, 54914

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Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift - Commercial Solutions Division

Pay Competitive Location: Appleton, Wisconsin Employment type: Full-Time Job Description

Req#: REF10506C Company Description

Miller is about building things that matter. We lead the welding industry in building advanced, solution-focused products and meeting crucial needs for welding safety and health. We’re about the partnership and the work. Our products are designed with our users for manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture, and marine applications. Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and wholly owned by Illinois Tool Works (NYSE: ITW). The company maintains its industry leadership by setting the standard for reliability, quality, and responsiveness. The company began with an innovation that responded to customer needs, growing from a one-man operation in 1929 to the world’s largest manufacturer of arc welding products. Miller keeps the tradition alive by focusing on its top priority: people. Job Responsibilities

This role is responsible for directing production employees toward goals and objectives, assigning duties, examining the work performed, monitoring work performance and procedures, analyzing and resolving work/team problems as well as suggesting and initiating plans for increased efficiencies in the operation. As a leader, he/she will be responsible for promoting an engaged, safe work environment, measuring productivity, understanding and reducing costs, producing on-time delivery, developing employees/teams, rewarding for performance and instilling ITW Culture/Values into employees' daily routines. Essential Functions: Coach and develop work teams to have positive and proactive attitudes, personal accountability, and superior manufacturing quality. Lead safety, cost, quality, delivery, and productivity initiatives through employee involvement. Build employee relationships through daily, open, and direct communication while empowering teams to achieve manufacturing goals. Be visible and approachable, creating an environment of trust and followership. Promote an engaged and safe workplace environment and foster a safety-first mindset. Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering to maintain and improve the manufacturing environment. Drive customer service within all areas of the department. Demonstrate and encourage effective communications to personnel at all levels. Develop & support Line Leaders and assess team members’ performance and goals regularly. Assist/support teams in the utilization of all available resources. Participate in committees/teams as required. Provide reports on critical information. Understand how our factory production system develops and fulfills products. Build a network of inter-company peers for consultation on best practices. Work closely with support staff and Human Resources. Maintain key contacts with Miller businesses to identify information and resources that provide superior cost, quality, and delivery. Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree. Ability to maintain a strong culture while evolving with organizational changes. Ability to lead and work through others to build credibility and followership. Business acumen, including understanding of financial operations. Proven experience in leading a team in a manufacturing production environment. Proven ability to apply lean manufacturing principles and tools. Demonstrated understanding of the P&L statement and manufacturing cost-drivers. Skilled at performance management; providing feedback to employees. Possess a proven track record as a leader and team player. Exhibit encouragement of diverse ideas and facilitate effective communication. Be customer-focused with management, support staff, customers, and suppliers. Strong computer, oral, and written communication skills. Continuing education and/or self-development. Experience driving employee involvement/engagement. Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences, and ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. About the Company

ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenues totaling $14.1 billion in 2019.

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