Supervisor - Finishing - East - 2nd shift - Columbus, IN

JOB DESCRIPTION: Grinding Supervisor will supervises and coordinates the work of members who work on the production lines. Grinding Supervisor prepares work schedules, assigns work, and oversees the work product. Demonstrates strong people and leadership skills. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a group of 25-80 employees in a production area.
• Assistant in creation and managing manufacturing processes, managing inventory, ensuring machines are operating properly
• Hire, Train, Observe, and develop skills of assigned employees
• Responsible for product/process quality, safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Reporting to a Production Manager, create, improve and manage production within the facility.
• Complete special projects as assigned
• Implement lean manufacturing concepts as applicable to include Kaizan, KanBan, PokeYoke, 5S, etc.
• Maintain the highest level of safety and work with employees to identify potential hazards
• Ensure production plans are met and improve on time delivery performance.
• Implement production strategies to increase operational accuracy, efficiency and quality
• Responsible for developing and implementing production plant policies, procedures, operations and standardization
• Drives production strategies to reduce product waste
• Communicate with team and enforces company policies and procedures

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND ABILITIES:

• History of progressive leadership skills through a cooperative and participatory approach
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (ie Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Proficient in J.D. Edwards and / or comparable ERP software
• Professional oral and written communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Will recognize and comply with all safety rules
• Will work overtime as requested by Manager or scheduled
• Bachelor's degree and / or equivalent work experience of 3-5 years in the field or in a related area.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A manufacturing supervisor needs strong physical stamina and mental focus. Physically, they must be able to stand for long periods, lift moderate loads, and move through a production environment with attention to safety.
• Mentally, they must demonstrate problem-solving skills, decision-making ability, and handle stress in a fast-paced setting. Strong leadership, communication, and multitasking are essential, along with attention to detail for quality control and process optimization.