Production Supervisor

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management.  With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive.  We recognize that our people are our greatest asset.  We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next.  It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

This position is responsible for coordinating resources, supervising the manufacturing and scheduling of production. In addition, this position ensures that scheduled production requirements are met within set budgeted and quality requirements in a safe and orderly manner.

• Operates the department in a manner that supports established budgets for volume, scrap and labor
• Investigates system and process related problems, recommends and implements corrective actions
• Determines parts supply, maintenance tasks, safety procedures, and service schedule required to maintain machines and equipment in prescribed condition.
• Develops and maintains daily metrics of production goals vs. achievements. Analyze shortfalls and document the causes. Take immediate steps to remove obstacles to meeting production goals
• Implements and supervises adherence to all company policies, including but not limited to, safety, attendance, training, preventive maintenance, Quality and the employee handbook.
• Performs supervisory duties including, but not limited to: hiring, training, scheduling, assigning work, evaluating and rewarding performance
• Performs audits on Preventive Maintenance (PM), in-process checks, changeover log, line organization (5S), line scrap and production boards
• Drives process improvement, sees that all projects have accountability, and that promise dates are met
• Assists with root cause analyses
• Oversees established bill of material and WIP inventory
• In coordination with other departments, develops and maintains procedures and instructions in an ISO 9001 environment and ensure that each production employee is abiding by the procedures in place

Technical

• Must possess a working knowledge of mechanical, automation and Work Cell style manufacturing equipment and processes

Behavioral

• Leadership – Ability to lead, manage, motivate, and mentor team to drive towards success and foster a culture of excellence
• Problem-Solver – Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Conflict Resolution – Skills to mediate conflicts and disagreements constructively to ensure a positive and productive work environment
• Attention to Detail – Ensure accuracy in work product, documentation, and processes to maintain high standards
• Decisiveness – Ability to make quick, informed decisions to help the team move forward
• Direction – Ability to train and direct employees to encourage them to complete assigned tasks within given deadlines
• Influence – Ability to affect the behaviors, attitudes, and opinions of others, which includes persuasion and inspiration of others to follow a certain direction or adopt specific behaviors, often through leadership
• Problem Solver – Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues that arise to maintain smooth operations and achieve strategic goals

Work Environment/ Physical Demands

• This position requires 20% clerical and planning and 80% material handling, production assembly machine operations, and/or walking and assisting production employees
• Work is primarily performed on the manufacturing floor where noise levels may be moderate or high and hearing protection may have to be worn
• Eye and foot protection may have to be worn
• Lifting of weights up to 30 pounds may occur regularly, with a potential for lifting weights of up to 45 pounds on an occasional basis
• There is potential exposure to extreme temperatures
• The occasional physical demands of the position include climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and eye/hand/foot coordination
• May stand or sit for prolonged periods of time

• Two-year associate degree preferred
• Minimum of five years manufacturing experience required
• Minimum four years supervisory experience required

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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