Job Title: Production Supervisor | 1st Shift | 4x10 Schedule

The Production Supervisor will have a broad range of manufacturing experience, including managing floor operations to include production, planning, and distribution. The successful candidate will provide leadership, be responsible for a variety of machining and programming operations to include training operators on equipment in order to reach sales and production goals while also maintaining and enhancing quality and process improvement objectives. The Superisvior reports to the Plant Manager. It is imperative that the Supervisor conducts him/herself as a role model for operators demonstrating strong productivity, performance, attendance, and adherence to company policy and rules.

You can expect to:

• Review, analyze, and make recommendations regarding safety, continuous improvement, employee performance, quality, expenses, and productivity
• Interprets work orders, staffing, machine capabilities, etc. and assigns duties accordingly
• Organize controls and audits of the operation to ensure that a quality product is produced in an efficient manner
• Assist in department operations including setting up new parts, training operators, troubleshooting equipment, etc.
• Drive collaboration and improvements through communications, teamwork, and KPIS
• Supports the use of Lean Daily Management tools to drive and measure operational performance, Safety, Quality, Delivery and Productivity.
• Supports 5S initiatives for organization and cleaning of all work areas.
• Ensure department personnel receive appropriate training and orientation to enable them to perform their jobs effectively and efficiently
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of production, department, or work crew
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists employees in solving work problems
• Develop and implement continuous improvement with employees' performance by collaborating with HR and providing regular feedback, coaching, and training
• Partner with HR to ensure established policies, procedures, or processes are enforced and direct reports are accountable for their work and action
• Responsible for ensuring appropriate training is provided to new employees and to achieve a higher level of technical competence in their work teams.
• Complete the scheduling and execution of the off shifts/lights out production activities.
• Be a production facilitator and be responsible for all activities that occur in his/her department and/or area.
• Be thoroughly knowledgeable of all processes, procedures and instructions that are applicable in his/her respective department to act as a technical resource and be able to troubleshoot process interruptions as they occur.
• Other duties as assigned

You will do this by:

• Establishing expectations of workmanship to meet quality and productivity requirements.
• Investigating processes that are out of conformance and take appropriate action to eliminate.
• Acting as a technical and interpersonal resource for department employees.
• Managing employees: Assuring work assignments are being completed effectively, setting performance and quality expectations, assisting employees in resolving production problems, maintaining accurate time records, ensuring all employees have current and necessary training, maintaining an orderly and safe work environment.
• Working closely with others in Manufacturing Operations to assure compliance with the established manufacturing Procedures.
• Reviewing processes and departmental layout to assure lowest production costs and highest shop labor efficiency.
• Participating in the hiring process and helping to develop training plans for all employees.
• Regularly assessing employee performance to Company expectations, resolving employee problems, conducting investigations into safety, quality, or other incidents, and administer discipline within the corporate guidelines and in a timely manner.
• Requiring to come in 30 minutes prior to shift start and required to stay 30 minutes after for shift hand- off.

The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature of the job and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of position responsibilities. Responsibilities and impact may crossover technical fields/functions.

You are the kind of person who:

• Makes safety a priority
• Enjoys leading a team
• Has strong time management skills and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Excels at multi-taksing
• Possess strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Always exhibits professionalism and high integrity
• Enjoys being analytical and problem solving

Required Qualifications:

• Technical or Associates Degree in maintenance-related or machining-related field highly desired
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in leading teams in a manufacturing environment
• Experience interacting with multiple groups of people and strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to troubleshoot, problem-solve, and initiate innovative solutions to obtain successful outcomes
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong technology expertise; Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering or related field

• Proven record of leading six sigma or lean manufacturing initiatives preferred

• Experience working in a machining or fabrication manufacturing environment

• Ability to analyze difficult situations and quickly solve problems and comply with production standards
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere and in individual situations with personnel from all levels in all functions of the organization

Additional Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to read a tape measure
• Ability to read check sheets
• Ability to use special micrometers and gauges
• Ability to work safely and efficiently
• Ability to work with close tolerances

Physical | Visual Demands:

• Some travel to each business unit for training purposes
• Occasionally may have to lift to 20lbs
• Time will be spent sitting in front of a computer screen
• Spending 80% of your time on the production floor

Benefits Package:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Prescription Drug Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Open PTO Plan
• Upto $2000.00 HSA contributions dependent on health plan elections!
• FSA (Health and/or Dependent Flexible Spending Account)
• Up to $800 Wellness Bonus
• Quarterly Production Bonus
• And more!

Work Location: 5200 Zenith Parkway | Loves Park | IL | 61111

Shift Hours: 1st Shift, Monday – Thursday, 4:30am-3pm

Who we are:

At Fisher Barton, we combine years of experience across multiple industries to deliver unparalleled innovation. Our world-class talent understands the behavior of materials and develops leading-edge solutions that meet your unique needs. We’re more than a source for high-quality parts; Fisher Barton is your resource for the highest quality solutions you’ll find—anywhere.

Fisher Barton is an equal opportunity employer who welcome and encourages diversity in our workforce. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.