Job Description

DEPARTMENT:

Production

REPORTS TO:

Senior Production Manager

SUMMARY:

The

Production Supervisor - Machine Operations

is the first-line supervisor for the Machine Shop employees. The

Production Supervisor - Machine Operations

is responsible for preparing work schedules, assigning work, and overseeing all productions and working schedules. The

Production Supervisor - Machine Operations

is also responsible for ensuring all machine operation work is performed properly and in a safe manner, and that all maintenance and repairs of machines is performed timely and without delays to production schedules.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Has supervisory duties over all Machine Shop employees / Machine Operators. Reports all machine and employee concerns to Management. Oversees the machine shop equipment maintenance and repairs; reporting when repairs need to be made to Purchasing department in a timely manner. Oversees the daily schedule of the Machine Shop. Routinely verifies machine shop work product to check for accuracy and quality. Distributes Machine Operators' work product to other areas of Production for build. Ensures that all work performed by Machine Operator' is efficient and safe and follows all company machine operation procedures. Coordinates with Machine Operations staff to develop processes intended to continuously improve efficiency. Optimizes machines and processes, communicating ideas for innovation and improvement to Management. Maintains an inventory of machines and spare parts. Assists in other departments as needed, by request. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly supervises all machine operator employees within the Machine Shop. Fulfills supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or 5 to 8 years' related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. The ideal candidate is highly organized, possesses expert critical thinking skills, and can communicate effectively with both Machine Shop staff and Senior Leadership. Bi-lingual; Spanish speaking preferred.

COMPETENCIES:

Delegation

- Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Initiative

- Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

Leadership

- Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing

People

- Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Planning/Organizing

- Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Problem Solving

- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Safety and Security

- Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT:

Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and utilize hand and finger dexterity. Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl. Continually required to talk or hear. Continually work near moving mechanical parts. Continually work around airborne particles produced by carpentry work, i.e., sanding, grinding, and painting/coating. While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision; Distance vision; Color vision; Peripheral vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Specialized equipment/ machines used and/or maintained: + CNC Machine
+ Edge Bander
+ Miter Saw
+ Drill Press
+ Hinge Machine
+ Edge Sander
+ Table Saw
+ Drum Sander
+ Band Saw
+ Planer
+ Beam Saw
+ Laminate Slitter
Specialized equipment/machines maintained: + Dust Collectors
+ Air Compressors