Job Description

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR / COORDINATOR Automotive Supplier in the Birmingham Al area

About the company

• Leading supplier of automotive glazing for the OEM and aftermarket industries.
• Company has been in business for more than 100 years
• Supplier to the big names in Automotive manufacturing
• Pride in best product and customer service
• Stable, profitable company

What they provide

• Excellent compensation and benefits package including a strong bonus program, extremely cost affordable medical / dental / vision plans, life insurance, 401k, short term disability
• 401k with match
• Health Care Reimbursement and Dependent Care Reimbursement Programs – choice of HSA or FSA
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• 14 company paid holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Strong opportunity for advancement

The Role you will play:

Lead and supervise plant production operation in accordance with plant policies and procedures in order to meet KPIs. Salaried position that answers direct to the Production Manager

• Manage all plant activity on shift, working closely with other coordinators to ensure that all plant and department goals are met.
• Promote a safe and environmentally productive work environment
• Effectively communicate with all levels of associates within the company
• Coordinate production startups, shutdowns, and job changes
• Manage labor usage of the team including overtime, absenteeism, and training
• Lead Problem solving activities
• Interface with support departments, i.e., maintenance, quality, supply chain, engineering, safety, etc.
• Coaches and develops production team
• Coordinates work schedules of direct reports
• Conducts annual performance evaluations of production associates

What the ideal candidate needs:

• Bachelor's or Associates degree in a business or technical field
• Three or more years related leadership and production experience
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize problem solving tools such as Six Sigma, Fishbone, KT, 8D, etc.
• Moderate to strong computer skills including the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. (Excel experience is a must!)
• Quality systems and ISO knowledge
• Previous experience in leading continuous improvement activities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong Process Skills
• Strong analytical and project Management skills
• Good understanding of 5S, KPIs, and Lean Principles.

Looking for a person who loves their work and is able to mold and develop a strong team!!