Production Supervisor

STRATTEC Security Corporation is one of the world's largest suppliers providing access and security systems to the automotive market. This drives us to be an innovative company with the latest technology. STRATTEC creates exciting opportunities to people who like to work in an environment that challenges them to be creative, deal with multiple customers and projects, and research the latest technology. You will help STRATTEC to be a pioneer by working closely with the largest automotive customers in the world along with the largest electronic partners.

Let us know who you are! We want to know what motivates you and why you are the ideal candidate for our growing team. The ideal candidate will possess a team oriented attitude; have a multidiscipline background, and a passion for innovation. We are looking for leadership skills to develop a new group internally.

If you are one who like to build a team, has strong skillsets and likes to see your own ideas come to life, apply quickly!

SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for supervising activities related to the daily operation of Strattec's manufacturing departments. Responsibilities include but are not limited to supervising activities related to safety, quality, personnel, assets, inventory, KPIs and production of all products originating in the manufacturing department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Safety/Housekeeping

Sustain a strong 5s culture through maintaining initiatives and identifying new opportunities for improvement

Support 5s training opportunities for all individuals

Enforce adherence to and drive continuous improvement in all matters of safety

Identify areas where safety corrective actions are needed and drive implementation

Maintain 5s and safety KPIs, for report out to upper management team on a weekly and monthly basis

Ensure the department is "tour and audit" ready at all times

Production

Understand and communicate department goals and objectives to all team members

Manage personnel and assets to ensure efficient operations

Responsible for meeting department schedule and production goals, and accounting for negative variance through corrective actions

Establish strong bond and dedication between management and hourly workforce through communication, feedback and recognition

Develop and implement an action plan to improve employee engagement score

Responsible for coaching and developing team and providing them with the tools necessary to succeed

Meet or exceed all KPI expectations

Strictly adhere to production processes set by engineering and quality team. Include engineering and relevant personnel when deviation from standard is required

Follow all processes related to quality certifications (ISO, TS)

Manage resources to limit and minimize inefficiencies and unnecessary overtime and cost overruns

Ensure equipment is maintained and run to specification to reduce premature wear, failure or non-performance of manufacturing assets

Maintain ownership of machines – both maintenance and cleanliness to ensure long life and operational effectiveness

Quality

Adhere to all production processes as defined in work instructions. Do not deviate from established production process unless written authorization is obtained from proper personnel

Ensure employees have adequate training to support operational processes

Ensure all process documentation is followed and identify processes for improvement

Be prepared to participate in customer and quality audits where required

Establish a quality-first culture. Manufacturing of non-conforming goods cannot be accepted

Ensure all tools have the necessary preventative maintenance to avoid quality issues and maximize uptime

Customer Satisfaction

This position will be participating in customer tours where needed

Hourly workforce will be required to help give tours and explain their duties as it relates to producing quality product for our customers

Supervisors will be responsible for manufacturing product that meets customer acceptance criteria

Cost Reduction

Implementing Lean tools such as Kaizen and 5s activities will be required to meet cost reduction goals

All processes must continually reviewed to ensure the most efficient methodologies are utilized

Participation in Kaizen events will be required

Supervisors must be responsible for identifying and implementing cost savings projects throughout the year

Position will be required to understand and utilize 5-Why and other problem solving tools

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage employees, including selection, discipline, and termination decisions according to legal and union contract requirements. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Engineering education preferred

Minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience leading personel and Kaizen and 5s implementations

Previous responsibility for identifying and maintaining Key Performance Indicators

Familiarity with adhering and maintaining quality systems (TS experience preferred)

Production Supervisor will be required to utilize Microsoft office products as well as other Strattec-specific software programs