Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Job Description

JW Hicks, Inc., is a northern Indiana based manufacturing company looking for a 3rd Shift Production Supervisor in our Knox, Indiana, location. This position is 3rd Shift, 10:00 PM - 6 AM, Sunday through Thursday and will be responsible for ensuring all production needs are met, shop and equipment is maintained, and leadership of a production team. We offer rapid company growth and development, merit-based compensation, comprehensive benefits, a close-knit working environment, and a passion to produce the very best products on the market. The ideal candidate for JWHI is someone who is dependable, has a positive attitude, and shows the ability and willingness to learn.

*Post-offer pre-work drug testing and physical are required prior to starting work.*

3rd Shift Manager - Production Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain and enforce safety policies, and ensure employees are properly informed regarding policies and hazards.
• Schedule work activities and times including coordination with Maintenance Supervisor to schedule maintenance activities.
• Supervise production team.
• Perform Manufacturing functions.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, supplies, work in process, and finished goods and submit requisitions for needed items.
• Implement cost reduction and productivity improvement measures.
• Coordinate and document training programs including on the job training, safety training, and quality training.
• Ensure ISO quality procedures are followed and standards are met.
• Enforce disciplinary policies consistently and effectively.
• Track and report production levels.
• Perform other duties as requested.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained.

3rd Shift Supervisor - Production Minimum Requirements:

• Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude.
• Accredited degree in technical or industrial management field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years supervision experience in industrial production environment or equivalent.
• Excellent problem solving and leadership skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA industrial standards.

3rd Shift Supervisor - Production Desirable Skills:

• Working knowledge of shop equipment.
• Statistical process control and ISO 9001:2015.
• Familiarity with ERP Business Software.
• Familiarity with rigging and lifting devices.
• First aid and CPR qualifications.
• Competence in interpreting mechanical drawings and basic electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Lean manufacturing.

Company Description: For over 35 years JW Hicks has been creating specialized refractory solutions for the primary metals industry. We are a Northern Indiana based manufacturer that values our teammates and their contributions to our continued success. While a position may be specific, there is great opportunity for future mobility within the company. JW Hicks employs knowledgeable and skilled people in many roles and is able to support individuals who would like to excel in their career. The Company has transparent goals and direction, and shares successes with all team members. If you are a person who gives uncommon attention to detail, takes pride in ownership and has an enterprising spirit, you will thrive in our quality oriented workplace.

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