Production Supervisor (Machining) (Manufacturing)

The Machining Supervisor is responsible for overseeing employees in charge of operating machines and forklifts that perform a variety of processing operations. This position provides overall direction and on-floor leadership, while driving continuous improvement to machine room processes, procedures, and equipment. This individual is responsible for maintaining productivity, quality, service, and on-time delivery in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring customer requirements and company goals are achieved. This position reports directly to the Plywood Facility Superintendent, and will lead the Machining Department of approximately 30 employees, with expanding responsibilities.
Responsibilities

Provide daily leadership and supervision to hourly production employees in order to meet all goals
Maintain and promote safe and clean work environment
Ensure optimal use of plant resources through purchasing, workflow planning, process improvement, training, and development of assigned employees
Create and maintain a work environment that promotes employee engagement and continuous improvement
Provide training and development programs to Team Leaders and existing machinists to ensure they are well-qualified, able to work cross-functionally, and performing to the job qualification standards
Assure maximum reliability of equipment, processes and procedures (through maintenance software and verbal communication)
Identify and recommend technology/system improvements to achieve safety, manufacturing productivity, and quality objectives.
Promote effective employee relations by providing coaching, training, development opportunities, and by appropriately addressing/resolving issues
Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures
Willing to be the solution to employee shortages
Plywood administrative duties
Perform other duties as may be assigned at manager's discretion

Requirements

Willing to work within and drive a culture where safety is the top priority
Good communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills
Ability to build teams and maintain positive cross-functional relationships
Quality driven with strong attention to detail and accuracy
Proficient in Microsoft Office, and ability to learn Insight ERP system
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a wood manufacturing environment is required, preferably machining
Knowledge of CNC programming software and machine tooling is preferred
Prior leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred

EEO, including Disability/Vets