Position Summary
Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift
Sunday – Thursday, 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
The 3rd Shift Production Supervisor is accountable for planning, organizing, assisting, and directing the activities of production process areas to safely provide quality finished goods, on-time to customer request, while assuring optimum utilization of assigned materials, capital, and manpower resources to achieve objectives.They will be responsible for executing the shop floor schedule in support of plant and facility goals and assure optimum utilization of material, machines, and manpower. It is expected that the Production Supervisor will be technically capable of assisting Production, Engineering, and New Product Introduction teams with improved manufacturing methods, troubleshooting, and the introduction of new technology within the facility when required.The incumbent will direct, lead, and coordinate production activities, drive teamwork and inclusion, develop team members, lead and champion the Parker Lean System and be a resource for production team members. They will conduct periodic progress reviews; initiate problem solving and implement action plans to correct unfavorable deviations and provides recognition for positive performances.The incumbent assists the Value Stream Leaders in the shift operation of their respective responsibilities in the production of quality products and processes to a pre-determined schedule in support of goals. To meet these schedules, the incumbent is required, when necessary, to coordinate direction and priorities for schedule changes and equipment utilization and to control equipment, process and product deviations. They conduct performance appraisals, individual development plans, practice positive discipline techniques and provide individual counseling/coaching for members.
Responsibilities
- Promote a safe work environment and operating procedures within the department; maintain a constant awareness of regulations, including EEOC, OSHA, EPA, promoting compliance to all
- Maintain optimum staffing levels to meet customer demands at the lowest possible cost with the highest level of operating effectiveness
- Execute production schedules for the day to day activities of the department to ensure delivery of quality product on-time to meet customer requirements
- Maintain manufacturing continuity between all shifts
- Communicate effectively with peers and teams with respect to the status of the operation and any operational issues that are affecting delivery
- Meet with team members periodically during the shift to communicate expectations, follow-up to determine if any barriers, and close at the end of the shift
- Administer annual performance appraisal. Provide ongoing feedback, training, and mentoring to staff
- Work with peers and manage with a team approach
- Continuous improvement of production systems to continually improve safety and reduce cost
- Provide effective feedback to management relative to shop floor barriers, personnel issues, and/or equipment issues
Qualifications
MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline with one to five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must be willing and able to work 3rd shift (Sunday evening-Friday morning, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM)
- Ability to learn and understand MRP system (SAP) and its capabilities to effectively manage the shift
- Ability to learn and understand company policies, procedures, applicable regulations, products and processes
- Demonstrated organizational and communication skills sufficient to effectively schedule equipment and personnel ranging from 10 to 40 people
- Must have the ability to do the job without direct threat or significant risk of health and safety of themselves or other employees
- Ability to effectively communicate with the management team, direct reports, and internal/external customers
- Writing skills sufficient for writing performance appraisals and to develop justifications for capital equipment
- Ability to objectively evaluate subordinate employees’ performance
- Good conflict management abilities
- Basic understanding of personal computers, operating systems and spreadsheet software
- Ability to climb stairs (25 of the time), stand (up to 100 of the time), walk (75 of the time), lift up to 70 pounds (25 of the time), push/pull (75 of the time), bend 90 degrees (90 of the time)
NON-MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to lead short to medium-term projects, effectively managing three to five employees from various groups
- Algebraic math skills and knowledge of statistics
- Strong knowledge of SAP
- Strong knowledge of a MRP system
Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at www.parker.com or parkerhannifin.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)
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Drug Tests
Drug-Free WorkplaceIn accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
