Assembly Supervisor
Position location: Buffalo, NY
Responsible for the effective leadership, supervision, and coordination of assembly department, employees and coordination of related non-production operations and services to achieve effective, measurable levels of productivity. Main areas of responsibility to include mechanical and electrical assembly, paint, and packing.
Essential functions
- Maintain production schedules and estimate material and standard hour requirements for completion of job assignments.
- Responsible for the daily practice of world class manufacturing principles which are to also include, but not limited to, lean and 5S applications.
- Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving problems.
- Maintains daily time and attendance records using ERP LN including OT and the scheduling of all vacation.
- Schedules production needs to meet required delivery dates and maximize efficiency.
- Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product.
- Interprets company policies to workers, safety regulations. and enforces company rules.
- Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setups and adjustments or maintenance of machines or equipment.
- Maintain fair and equitable relations with Union and other Union representatives.
- Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work group.
- Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
- Confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
- Participate in the interview and selection process of internal and external candidates for job openings.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Two (2) year Associates Degree in Engineering or Technical Discipline or equivalent experience.
- 3-5 years previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing / unionized environment.
Interpersonal skills
- Strong trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to collaborate and interact with others.
- Safety conscious
Technical skills/special requirements
- Previous experience coordinating the implementation and maintenance of lean and 5S principles required.
- Strong trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.
- Safety conscious, strong verbal and written communication skills, able to collaborate and interact with others.
- Must be available for OT and off-shift requirements as production deems necessary.
- Effective utilization of MRP business operating system (ERP LN) and other related computer programs (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Familiarization with metal forming equipment desired, able to read / interpret machine shop & assembly related drawings.
- Experience with electrical safety and heavy equipment rigging.
- Will be required to work in a manufacturing environment on a daily basis.
- Occasional lifting requirements up to approximately 50 pounds.
Benefits overview
LVD Strippit, Inc. offers a Total Rewards package regarding a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. This package includes but is not limited to:
- Medical and dental plan
- Life Insurance for employees / dependents
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Short and long term disability coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) savings plan with Company match
- Personal Cancer Indemnity plan
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition assistance program
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
EOE statement
LVD Strippit, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, handicap/disability, and veteran status.