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Fenner Dunlop Americas/GA Duck and Cordage Mill Production Supervisor in Lavonia, Georgia
Primary Duties: Production and Maintenance:
Monitor and maintain daily production goals. Communicate production goals to employees daily at the start of their shift. Prepare regular production performance reports, including but not limited to, production status, issues, and performance metrics. Produce job travelers and job receipts. Monitor and correct ERP entries. Coordinate shift overlap of production information with other supervisors and production management. Ensure proper and safe functioning of equipment and tools. Enter work orders to maintenance for required repairs.
Team Management: Create and nurture a positive and collaborative team culture. Encourage open communication, cooperation, and respect among team members. Recognize and reward individual and team achievements. Address conflicts and challenges within the team promptly and professionally to maintain a harmonious work environment. Collaborate with the team to identify process inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Empower team members to provide input and implement process enhancements. Encourage team members to share ideas, concerns, and feedback. Seek solutions and foster a positive resolution-oriented approach.
Training and Performance Management: Establish performance objectives and expectations. Identify training needs and opportunities for skill development. Identify key areas for cross-training opportunities and assess skill gaps. Cross-train employees to enhance their skills, versatility, and productivity across various machines. Maintain records of training activities, including attendance, progress, and completion. Hold employees accountable by providing regular performance feedback and conduct constructive performance reviews and corrective actions. Manage employees hours to minimize overtime and review their hours worked and attendance via computer entry.
Health and Safety: Ensure health and safety guidelines are followed and proper PPE usage. Conduct safety meetings, audits, and participate in the Safety Program. Enter Hazard ID's and complete assigned action items. Review and modify Task Safety Analysis and train employees on revisions. Monitor and ensure a clean production floor to prevent hazards. Ensure employees are performing work safely throughout their shift. Foster and promote a daily culture of safety. Report any safety concerns to management.
Quality Control and 5S: Train and educate employees on 5S principles and ensure adherence. Conduct regular 5S audits and assessments, taking corrective actions as needed. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and ownership of 5S principles. Maintain a clean and safe production floor. Inspect production to meet quality standards. Report non-conforming conditions and issue deviations. Root Cause/Analyze quality defects and implement countermeasures.
Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service and effective communication with employees and counterparts, ensuring timely response. Demonstrate a passion for customer service, consistently delivering support with a genuine desire to assist others. Possess strong verbal and written communication skills, ensuring a positive and responsive approach in all interactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand and meet the requirements of various departments.
Perform any other task deemed necessary by plant management.
Work collaboratively with managers to implement the companys policies and goals.
Professional behavior is required during working hours, while on customer site, and while traveling for Fenner Dunlop business.
Proven leadership with effective team management. Proven track record of fostering a positive team attitude. Strong understanding of safety and quality regulations. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Excellent positive communication and organizational skills. Adaptability in a fast-paced environment. Attention to d tail and commitment to high-quality standards. Proficient in ERP systems and computer skills.