Production Supervisor 2nd Shift

About us

Our ambition here at Advantek is to be the world’s leading provider of precision component delivery systems. We operate facilities in North America, Asia and Europe. Our solutions play an important role in the assembly process of many products such as computers, mobile phones, LED lighting, medical components, smart appliances, automobiles and other consumer products. Whether your products are big or small, robust or highly delicate – we care for them.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists the production manager/senior production supervisor in creating and maintaining a shop floor condition that fosters and promotes safety, quality, lean thinking, process reliability, employee involvement, continuous improvement. Embodies a desire to achieve Advantek goals and objectives and a commitment to meet customer needs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises and directs the assigned shift’s employees’ adherence to work instructions, procedures and standards in order to produce quality products that meet customer demands in a cost-effective manner.
• Assists the Production Manager in generating an optimal production manpower scheduling aligned with the planning group and ensures that the information is shared with the setup and production personnel clearly and in organized manner.
• Establishes the correct priorities and direct activities of the set-up group in the given shift to ensure a smooth and cost effective workflow. Reviews and analyzes line leaders’ reports and know how to effectively control materials usage on the floor at optimum level.
• Uses relevant data, appropriate statistical tools and sound technical judgment to understand thoroughly, resolve quickly and prevent effectively problems and operational delays from occurring. Institutionalize, and measure continuous improvement.
• Implements and leads adherence to ISO standards, lean manufacturing practices, and 5S.
• Ensures the safety, motivation and continued development of his subordinates through proper training, coaching and adherence to written controlled procedures.
• Utilizes continuous visual inspection/observation of finished product ensuring that only good products pass through. Responsible for meeting quality goals and objectives set by the Company/department.
• Works with the Setup group on staging and setting up and how they relate to their area of responsibility. Understands the concepts of Tool inventory and tracking, SMED, changeover, and all the related processes to be able to produce the desired carrier tape.
• Understands the Maintenance Processes and the importance of having a good Asset Management System. Knows what the MP2 system is. Understands concepts such as PM, Spares Inventory, Work Order, and how they relate to ensuring high operational efficiency and process reliability.
• Responsible for the supervision and operation of the production department per shift.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Quality first mindset.
• Must have basic knowledge of quality control, team organization, and front-line supervision.
• Excellent trouble-shooting and good communication skills to work effectively with all areas.
• Attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communications skills to ensure effective, challenging and enjoyable environment.
• Ability to provide training both on the floor and in classroom.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Highly motivated, results oriented, customer focused, with a high commitment.
• Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing setting.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Eau Claire, WI 54701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person