KOBELCO ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS LLC
Forging Supervisor
KOBELCO ALUMINUM AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS LLC, Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States, 42103
Job Title: Forging Supervisor
Classification: Exempt
Department: Forging
Reports to: Forging Manager
Position: Day Shift
Position Summary: Supervises and coordinates the activities of the forging department in setting up and operation of forging machines in the production of aluminum forging components; develop and implement quality systems (QS9000 and IATF16949), trains employees by explaining and demonstrating work methods and techniques in accordance with quality systems; maintains production schedule within specific cost and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Requires constant physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as standing, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying forging products weighing up to 50 pounds
Develops and implements quality systems (QS9000 and IATF16949) and audits
Review’s production schedules to ascertain product data, such as types, quantities, and specifications of products in order to plan forging department operations and meets with manager and shift leader to explain details of jobs prior to assigning out to produce
Develops and implements new product launches in accordance with quality systems standards
Plans forging production operation, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production process and methods, and manpower requirements
Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of product is in conformance to specifications
Review’s production and operation reports and resolves operational and maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays
Inspects equipment to insure specific operational performance and confers with personnel to establish production, quality control standards, and continuous process improvement
Trains workers by explaining product specifications and by demonstrating work methods and techniques.
Monitor’s training and evaluates skill levels and development of operators
Inspects finished product for conformance to specifications.
Supervises all forging department employees and initiates personnel action such as safety training, promotions, performance reports, transfers, discharges, disciplinary measures, and resolves workers grievances
Maintains attendance, points, PTO requests, and time punches daily
Proactively works to improve retention with assigned personnel by engagement and recognition.
Requires the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed
Performs other duties as required
Observes OSHA, EPA and company rules and regulations concerning personal safety
Skills & Competencies:
Supervisory and organizational skills; computer and mechanical skills; knowledge of forging process and properties of non-ferrous metals
Exposed to temperature extremes
Enforces company policies
Responsible for Kaizen and 5S
Education & Experience:
High school diploma required
Associates degree in a leadership field preferred
7-10 years supervisory experience in manufacturing environment.
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Classification: Exempt
Department: Forging
Reports to: Forging Manager
Position: Day Shift
Position Summary: Supervises and coordinates the activities of the forging department in setting up and operation of forging machines in the production of aluminum forging components; develop and implement quality systems (QS9000 and IATF16949), trains employees by explaining and demonstrating work methods and techniques in accordance with quality systems; maintains production schedule within specific cost and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Requires constant physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as standing, walking, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying forging products weighing up to 50 pounds
Develops and implements quality systems (QS9000 and IATF16949) and audits
Review’s production schedules to ascertain product data, such as types, quantities, and specifications of products in order to plan forging department operations and meets with manager and shift leader to explain details of jobs prior to assigning out to produce
Develops and implements new product launches in accordance with quality systems standards
Plans forging production operation, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products, utilizing knowledge of production process and methods, and manpower requirements
Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of product is in conformance to specifications
Review’s production and operation reports and resolves operational and maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays
Inspects equipment to insure specific operational performance and confers with personnel to establish production, quality control standards, and continuous process improvement
Trains workers by explaining product specifications and by demonstrating work methods and techniques.
Monitor’s training and evaluates skill levels and development of operators
Inspects finished product for conformance to specifications.
Supervises all forging department employees and initiates personnel action such as safety training, promotions, performance reports, transfers, discharges, disciplinary measures, and resolves workers grievances
Maintains attendance, points, PTO requests, and time punches daily
Proactively works to improve retention with assigned personnel by engagement and recognition.
Requires the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed
Performs other duties as required
Observes OSHA, EPA and company rules and regulations concerning personal safety
Skills & Competencies:
Supervisory and organizational skills; computer and mechanical skills; knowledge of forging process and properties of non-ferrous metals
Exposed to temperature extremes
Enforces company policies
Responsible for Kaizen and 5S
Education & Experience:
High school diploma required
Associates degree in a leadership field preferred
7-10 years supervisory experience in manufacturing environment.
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