Production Supervisor

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) is seeking a Production Supervisor to join our Senatobia, Mississippi operations on second shift .  Candidates outside the Senatobia area are encouraged to apply; we are open to relocating the right person.   The Supervisor provides direction for assigned production employees and lead operator. Must be able to effectively assign duties, coach and develop employee’s abilities. Able to plan and assign work, implement policies and procedures, and recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions. Standard work week 40 hours a week with occasional overtime. Limited travel (10%) to other plants for training and support.  Duties and Responsibilities: • Direct, train and supervise the daily activities of the production team from the production floor, delegating responsibilities as necessary, to attain production deadlines, goals and objectives in each area. Run machinery in a backup capacity if needed.   • Work with operations management to determine labor requirements by reviewing production schedules and hire personnel according to budgeting plans set by operations management.  • Perform administrative tasks including, but not limited to: writing and giving performance reviews and creating and maintaining performance measurement reports with accuracy.  • Assures proper PPE is used per plant requirements. Conveys and enforces company policies to employees and enforces safety regulations.  • Ensures effective employee relations by providing employee coaching and development.  Works with operations management and human resources to make employment decisions and resolve employee issues.  • Lead the production floor effort to reduce waste using COS, the SQDC boards, and corrective action sheets.  • Conducts periodic cycle counts and physical inventories to maintain accurate inventory levels.  • Leads special projects as needed and stands in as back up for operations management during vacations/absences.  • Maintains time and attendance records.  • Expectation to understand, participate in, and support company COS initiatives, with focus on developing a lean mindset.  • Other duties as assigned.   Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: • Knowledge in manufacturing or related industry.   • Knowledge of safety procedures such as lock out, tag out.   • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office suite, etc.).   • Able to identify possible quality defects and causes and knowledgeable of corrective actions.   • Prior experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5s   • Effective communication and writing skills.   • Basic math and reading skills.  • Able to use measuring gauges such as tape measures.   • Efficient problem-solving skills and ability to work in stressful work situations.   Education and Experience: • Required:  • Associate degree (two year college or technical school or technical school) or (3-5) years related manufacturing experience required.  • Prior Five Plus (5+) years of supervisory experience in a related field.  Working Conditions: • Fast paced manufacturing environment where workers are exposed to both ambient/outside temperatures and dust; working with mechanical parts and pinch points; exposure to increased noise levels. • Hours worked: 8-10 hours/shift, varies on shift schedule and business volume. • Flexible to the possibility of overtime and weekend hours when required. • Heavy, stationary machinery on manufacturing floor. • Radio, Calculator, Measuring Devices, Forklift. • Hand tools. • Computer (Shop Floor and ERP). Physical Requirements:   According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.