Carlisle Construction Materials
Production Supervisor
Carlisle Construction Materials, Senatobia, Mississippi, United States, 38668
Job Summary
Provides direction for 20 to 40 production employees and 1–3 lead operators. Must be able to effectively assign duties, coach and develop employees’ abilities. Plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions. Standard work week 40 hours a week with occasional overtime and occasional travel up to 10% to other plants for training and support.
Duties and Responsibilities
Direct, train, and supervise the daily activities of the production work centers from the production floor, delegating responsibilities as necessary, to attain production deadlines, goals and objectives for each area. Run machinery in a backup capacity as needed.
Work with operations management to determine labor requirements by reviewing production schedules and hiring personnel according to budgeting plans set by operations management.
Perform administrative tasks such as writing and giving performance reviews and creating and maintaining performance measurement reports with accuracy.
Assure proper PPE is used per plant requirements and enforce company policies and safety regulations.
Ensure effective employee relations by providing coaching and development, working with operations management and HR to make employment decisions and resolve employee issues.
Lead the production floor effort to reduce waste using COS, the SQDC boards, and corrective action sheets.
Conduct periodic cycle counts and physical inventories to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Lead special projects as needed and serve as backup for operations management during vacations/absences.
Maintain time and attendance records.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge in wood products or related industry.
Knowledge of safety procedures such as lock out, tag out.
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, etc.).
Ability to identify possible quality defects and causes and knowledge of corrective actions.
Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
Effective communication and writing skills.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to use measuring gauges such as tape measures.
Efficient problem‑solving skills and ability to work in stressful work situations.
Continuous Improvement
Expectations to understand, participate in, and support company COS initiatives, with focus on developing a lean mindset.
Education and Experience
Associate degree (two‑year college or technical school) or equivalent.
Prior 5+ years of supervisory experience in a related field.
Working Conditions
Fast‑paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to ambient/outside temperatures and dust, working with mechanical parts and pinch points, and exposure to increased noise levels.
Hours vary from 8‑10 hours per shift; flexible to overtime and weekend hours when required.
Heavy stationary machinery on manufacturing floor.
Use of forklift, hand tools, measuring devices, radio, calculator, shop‑floor computers, and ERP.
Employment Type
Full‑time
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Duties and Responsibilities
Direct, train, and supervise the daily activities of the production work centers from the production floor, delegating responsibilities as necessary, to attain production deadlines, goals and objectives for each area. Run machinery in a backup capacity as needed.
Work with operations management to determine labor requirements by reviewing production schedules and hiring personnel according to budgeting plans set by operations management.
Perform administrative tasks such as writing and giving performance reviews and creating and maintaining performance measurement reports with accuracy.
Assure proper PPE is used per plant requirements and enforce company policies and safety regulations.
Ensure effective employee relations by providing coaching and development, working with operations management and HR to make employment decisions and resolve employee issues.
Lead the production floor effort to reduce waste using COS, the SQDC boards, and corrective action sheets.
Conduct periodic cycle counts and physical inventories to maintain accurate inventory levels.
Lead special projects as needed and serve as backup for operations management during vacations/absences.
Maintain time and attendance records.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge in wood products or related industry.
Knowledge of safety procedures such as lock out, tag out.
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, etc.).
Ability to identify possible quality defects and causes and knowledge of corrective actions.
Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
Effective communication and writing skills.
Basic math and reading skills.
Ability to use measuring gauges such as tape measures.
Efficient problem‑solving skills and ability to work in stressful work situations.
Continuous Improvement
Expectations to understand, participate in, and support company COS initiatives, with focus on developing a lean mindset.
Education and Experience
Associate degree (two‑year college or technical school) or equivalent.
Prior 5+ years of supervisory experience in a related field.
Working Conditions
Fast‑paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to ambient/outside temperatures and dust, working with mechanical parts and pinch points, and exposure to increased noise levels.
Hours vary from 8‑10 hours per shift; flexible to overtime and weekend hours when required.
Heavy stationary machinery on manufacturing floor.
Use of forklift, hand tools, measuring devices, radio, calculator, shop‑floor computers, and ERP.
Employment Type
Full‑time
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