Production Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are a global leader in automotive seating because of our people - a team of adventurous thinkers and passionate high performers who make it all possible. We pride ourselves on being at the vanguard of new industry trends and technologies. When you join Adient, you'll play an important role in helping us improve the experience of a world in motion.

Mid-level Production Supervisor position that manages daily production function within a plant for a single production line or specific area for one shift. Focuses on development, management, and motivation of production personnel to increase productivity and improve efficiencies.

• Supervises production team members
• Directs daily activities of production workers and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Follows the collective bargaining agreement (if applicable), plant rules, safety rules, attendance policy and all other plant programs, policies and procedures relating to production employees.
• The Production Supervisor takes appropriate action to address the employee's performance and/or behavior.
• Supervises production operation within area of control to ensure compliance with methods, quality standards, safety regulations, production standards and efficient operation of equipment.
• Reviews production orders to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products in order to plan department operations.
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications while working to exceed customer expectations.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• The Production Supervisor compiles, stores and retrieves production data.

• The Production Supervisor develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Establishes and maintains good safety and housekeeping practices by communicating efficient and acceptable practices and cleanliness levels to all subordinates and by assuring adherence by inspection and investigation in order to provide safe working conditions.
• Responsible for the orientation and on-the-job training of employees in the safe, efficient operation of equipment.
• Provides counseling, coaching and training for all team members in order to provide a fully qualified, quality conscious work force that produces world class products for the customer.
• Adheres to and promotes all HS & E policies and procedures.

• 3 - 5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Experience in automotive environment preferred.

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