Production Support Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Overview

Position: Production Support Supervisor - 2nd Shift at Westlake Pipe & Fittings.

Summary: Oversee barcode personnel and production, work to maximize operator and machine utilization. Respond to down machinery via protocol, oversee repair material and supplies needed for optimal run times.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that operators follow barcode procedures when running production.
• Ensure all new employees are trained properly and complete all checklists that apply to daily operations.
• Review all production paperwork and save appropriately.
• Coordinate product movement between the finished goods warehouse and the barcode department.
• Oversee setup techs in daily changeovers and ensure lockout and lockout audits are complete.
• Complete TSOs (Job Task Safety Observations) weekly.
• Ensure Safety Training for barcode staff is 100% complete each month.
• Manage quality complaints for the department and complete reports as needed.
• Ensure the department is following the Schedule Adherence for open orders.
• Oversee cycle counts and make required inventory adjustments as needed.
• Participate in at least two PIP programs a year.
• Plan daily operator workload.
• Perform quarterly safety audits.
• Ensure proper PPE is being worn.
• Ensure policies are being followed.
• Review/approve timecards weekly.
• Provide necessary feedback on employee performance.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Oversees daily operations in the barcode department for the assigned shift. Provides constructive feedback to employees and issues discipline as necessary.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a large number of employees in daily production processes.
• Ability to manage inventory in and out of department.
• Time management skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Management experience and mechanical knowledge.
• Knowledge of a standard barcoding process.
• Working knowledge of pipe fittings by fit, form, and function.
• Results driven with ability to manage change while keeping a positive environment.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies (TPM, WCM, LEAN).
• Intermediate PC skills - Word, Excel, Power Point, Share Point, Outlook, ERP Systems (Microsoft AX preferred).

Skills

• Language: Ability to read and comprehend sufficient English to follow work instructions.
• Mathematical: Basic mathematical skills and counting ability required.
• Reasoning: Ability to remember a wide range of part numbers and relate parts to them; multitask and interface with colleagues.

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift 25 pounds 3 feet high. Must be able to operate a pallet jack and move full pallets. Ability to walk or stand for an eight-hour shift. Equipment used includes pallet jacks, knives, tape guns, barcode applicator machine, label printers, barcode scanners and verifiers.

Work Environment

General factory environment. Exposed to heat, cold, noise, dust, oil/grease and traveling powered industrial vehicles. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Benefits Effective Day 1
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (4% match), Annual Retirement Contribution (2%), Life & AD&D
• Paid Vacation
• Tution Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Opportunity for Advancement