Production Shift Supervisor

The Production Shift Supervisor reporting to the Director of Operations must have the ability to make critical decisions in an ever-changing manufacturing environment while having a bias for action. This role’s focus is on the long-term
business strategy to improve the performance of production operations while leading the production employees. A close working relationship with hourly employees will develop trust and drive improvements. The Production Supervisor will coach, mentor, and develop employees in addition to planning, assigning
work, enforcing policies and procedures, and recommending improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions. Being bilingual in Spanish is a plus! No Phone Calls Please.
Hourly pay rate based on education and proven experience.
 

Responsibilities

• Manage production Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost metrics and audit to sustain standards.
• This is a hands-on position not just an “office” job
• Drive improvements using problem-solving methodologies and facilitate continuous improvement.
• Direct production to ensure production and/or delivery.
• Train employees to produce at standard-and-above efficiency.
• Maintain quality standards.
• Coach, mentor, and motivate employees while maintaining high employee morale and positive relationships.
• Teach safe work practices, and good housekeeping procedures, and see they are adhered to
• Responsible for the accuracy of required administrative reports and records-keeping.
• Control absenteeism, scrap, and waste
• Communicate frequently with office staff giving and/or receiving information.
• Coach individuals and teams to develop people skills and improve performance.
• Must be able to take direct action, be able to plan actions, and establish priorities.
• Complete all other projects assigned by the Director of Operations

Experience and Education

• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (required)
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience (required)
• Ability to communicate clearly in oral and written form.
• Proven experience leading a team and strengthening culture.
• Computer skills required, Excel, Word, Email, etc.
• Mechanical Aptitude
• High School diploma or equivalent, some college preferred.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

WPT has a veteran-first hiring initiative and encourages veterans to apply.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Attendance Bonus

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
• Supervisor: 2 years (Required)