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STANDEX lists this Production Supervisor opportunity in summerville, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Production SupervisorStandex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what's next possible. Standex Scientific is a provider of specialty temperature-controlled equipment for the medical, scientific, pharmaceutical, biotech, and industrial markets. The group designs and produces its products in Summerville, SC. Our product portfolio is used to control the temperatures of critical healthcare products, medications, vaccines, and laboratory samples. We focus on solving customer problems for these critical applications and deliver innovative products and solutions meeting the unique needs of our customers.The Production Supervisor oversees production in the assigned manufacturing area. The Production supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing and optimizing the manufacturing processes. Managing a team consisting of Team Leader(s) and production operators, you will be responsible for ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and adaptability in a manufacturing environment characterized by a rapidly changing product mix. As the area leader, the Production Supervisor sets the example for others and builds a culture of Safety and Continuous improvement.What You'll DoTeam LeadershipLead and motivate a team consisting of Team Leader(s) and production operators, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work culture.Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to team members, encouraging continuous improvement and skill development.Safety ComplianceNever compromise on safety and build a culture of compliance, prevention, and continuous improvement for all aspects of safety.Conduct regular safety meetings, inspections, and training sessions to maintain a safe working environment.Quality AssuranceMaintain the highest level of quality in the production areas and collaborate with the quality control team to ensure that products meet or exceed the established quality standards.Maintain applicable quality records and ensure the production area adheres to all quality requirements.Implement corrective actions and preventive measures to address quality issues.Productivity OptimizationDevelop and implement strategies to improve manufacturing efficiency and overall productivity.Collaborate with the direct supervisors and peers to identify and implement process improvements.Resource ManagementEffectively allocate resources, including manpower and equipment, to meet production demands.Coordinate with other departments to ensure a smooth flow of materials and information.Implement cross-training and operator onboarding plans to maintain qualified personnel for all required job skills.Communication and ReportingMaintain open and transparent communication channels with team members and upper management.Provide regular reports on Gemba/control tower meetings, highlighting successes and areas for improvement.What You'll BringAssociate or bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or equivalent (preferred)3+ years experience in manufacturing operations in a front-line leadership roleExperience working in an ERP system for production scheduling, reporting, and inventory managementFamiliarity with Lean manufacturing principlesStrong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop a high-performing teamKnowledge of safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing settingExcellent problem-solving and decision-making abilitiesEffective communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to coach and mentor employees on a one-on-one basis as well as in groupsEqual Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Worksite address
summerville, SC, 29486, US
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