Production Supervisor

Jeld-Wen - Grinnell, IA

Full-time - Mid Level

Grinnell, IA

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

About the position

As a Group Manager, you will be responsible for managing and implementing all production operations and shop activities. Working also with the Plant and Production Managers where applicable, this position is a key driver of JELD-WEN's Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), including, but not limited to, SQDCI, TPS, OTD, and Continuous Improvement (CI's) activities and initiatives in direct support of JELD-WEN's Mission Statement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement the activities on the shop floor, following established procedures and approved processes consistent with JELD-WEN's Mission Statement.
• Provide direct leadership to some 'Lead' employees and their subordinates in their assigned areas of production in support of plant operations, goals and objectives.
• Act as a Liaison between upper management and the rank and file hourly employees providing timely feedback up and down the organizational hierarchy.
• Supervise all production and production support operations, and drive SQDCI, TPS, OTD and CI activities and initiatives during the process.
• Develop and manage team member's performance and capabilities, based upon company Key Performance Indicators (KPI's).
• Assure team activities, equipment, facilities, and personnel are operated and maintained in a manner consistent with plant production goals and objectives.
• Assist the Plant Manager and Production Manager in establishing and monitoring overall plant performance for production and quality control standards.
• Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment, and/or make recommendations and adjustments to plant facilities and equipment.
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish plant/company goals and objectives.
• Implement and maintain preventative maintenance programs.
• Assist in development and implement safety awareness programs, communicate safety issues, correct safety related problems, and assist in investigations into safety related issues.
• Assist in the performance evaluations of staff, and assist in proactive actions of subordinate personnel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in a related field and one (1) to three (3) years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the window and door industry.
• Some related college work and five (5) to seven (7) years of applicable work experience.
• Knowledge of raw materials, preferably for door and window applications.
• Fundamental knowledge and experience in production and manufacturing process improvement techniques.
• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, technical aptitude, and problem solving skills.
• Strong team skills, including the ability to coach and develop work teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of door and window production machines and tools.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office and other position applicable software applications.

Nice-to-haves

• Excel in leading teams with a strong ability to coach and develop.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Manage multiple priorities with a strong sense of urgency.
• Effectively create and drive change throughout the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation & benefits packages.
• Medical & dental insurance.
• Generous leave policies.
• Retirement program.