Manufacturing Supervisor

Position Description

• At[Company] , our goal is to be the best company in the world! [Company] is the world's leading producer and manager of primary aluminum, fabricated aluminum and alumina facilities, and is active in all major aspects of the industry. [Company] serves the aerospace, automotive, packaging, building and construction, commercial transportation, and industrial markets, bringing design, engineering, production, and other capabilities of [Company]  businesses as a single solution to customers. This position is located in Tucson, AZ and reports directly to the Operations Manager.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for directing and assisting manufacturing teams in obtaining efficient operation of the manufacturing activities. Maintain a customer focus (quality and on-time delivery are priority.) Assure a safe and healthful workplace. Direct and supervise activities of manufacturing team leaders, technicians and operators. Show by example a commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement.

Specific Responsibilities Include:

• Actively lead production team in product and process improvement.
• Daily time and attendance tracking of employees.
• Vacation tracking of employees.
• Perform reviews, assessments and feedback of operators’ performance of employees supervised.
• Facilitate compliance with company safety, housekeeping, attendance policies and practices.
• Perform counseling and progressive discipline as needed.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Manage ABS opportunities in factory assigned to.
• Provide direction to operators and make recommendations for coaching and counseling action.
• Participates in hiring decisions regarding operators.
• Perform other tasks as needed in support of manufacturing operations, customers and suppliers.
• Helps to ensure that quality and standards for the department are adhered to and maintained.
• Assumes other special activities and responsibilities from time to time as required.
• Adheres to [Company] EH&S, Quality, Continuous Improvements and other Company Policies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree

Experience and Background:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be familiar with a variety of manufacturing processes.
• Must have Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to employee involvement, participative management, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Business or a management-related field is preferred.
• Experienced with manufacturing of precision metal components preferred.