Production Supervisor (Rotating Days/Afternoons)

Primary Function:   • The primary function of the Area Supervisor is the timely production of a quality product, and the safety of the employees involved.  This person is responsible for execution of cost control, scheduling and manning to maximize efficiency and assist in maintaining a union-free environment in a participative management style.  The incumbent will champion continuous improvement objectives and help drive COS and the lean manufacturing process.  The Area Supervisor serves as a key interface with a variety of personnel, including but not limited to: Plant employees, temporary associates, Engineering, R & D, IT, Technical Services, HRD, Sales, Materials and Logistics, as well as Carlisle management.     Duties and Responsibilities:   • Direct Supervision – Provide leadership for personnel on the shift in a manner that fosters their continued growth and development.  Address personnel matters in a timely manner.  Ensure annual performance reviews are completed for all personnel.   • Safety & Health – monitor the equipment, working conditions and methods utilized by shift personnel to ensure that plant safety standards are adhered to.  • Quality – Evaluate the production of materials in the department to ensure that the methods and end results maintain the quality specifications established.  Identify and correct non-conformance situations through troubleshooting and utilization of support personnel.  • Quantity of Production/Material Scheduling – Utilizing a weekly schedule, ensure that production is accomplished in the most efficient manner possible.  Ensure that priority products, scheduled for shipment, are completed on time.  Evaluate equipment and manpower needs to accomplish productivity requirements.  Provide direction to support personnel (i.e. Quality, Maintenance, etc.) to resolve problems that may interfere with obtainment of production goals.  • Cost Control/Project Development – Assist Operations Manager in establishing and controlling budgets for the production areas.  Initiate and assist in developing and implementing projects to ensure objectives of the plant are met.  Serve as an active participant in COS-related activities and help drive the continuous improvement process throughout the plant.  • Participative Activities and Personal Development – become involved in plant-wide participative efforts (i.e. social and recreational committees, special event teams, etc.) to foster a cooperative family atmosphere.  Engage in learning opportunities that will lead to personal and professional development.    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:   • Essential Full Performance Knowledge:  Knowledge of product processing techniques, quality specifications and plant policies and procedures.  Understanding of union-free and participative management techniques.  Knowledge of supervisory/leadership approaches and general business knowledge.  Working knowledge of the performance appraisal process, timekeeping system and requirements, job evaluation system and inventory management system.  • Essential Full Performance Skills:  Personal computer skills, as well as a working ability to utilize standard programs such as Word, Excel, and Power Point.  Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to speak in front of groups and make effective presentations.  Good organizational skills, along with effective time management.  Basic math skills. Ability to effectively delegate to subordinates and others in supporting roles.  Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to handle stress and make decisions under a variety of challenging circumstances.  Comfortable in addressing performance issues and in conflict management.  Ability to operate production-related equipment and learn new equipment/proce