Plywood Shift Supervisor

Primary Duty 

This position will coordinate the daily activities of production employees, which include, but are not limited to: supervision, safety, product quality, training and development of hourly employees, department workflow and manpower utilization, communication and administering company policies and procedures. Must demonstrate a strong commitment to BIC (Best in Class) and the process of continuous improvement. Maintain an environmental awareness, facilitate payroll and manage employees within the guidelines of a labor agreement.

Essential Functions 

• Coordinates the daily activities of production employees.
• Prepares work orders and recommends ideas for equipment modification.
• Provides reports on a daily/weekly frequency to summarize results of production flow.
• Communicates with plant personnel to aid process improvement on overall production/quality/safety issues.
• Aids in the process of educating machine operators on their contribution to the throughput and quality of finished products.
• Trains hourly employees in housekeeping, job safety and investigation of accidents - holding periodic safety meetings with hourly employees.
• Facilitates and coordinates accident investigations.
• Develops good employee relations, handles employee complaints promptly.
• Provides activity reports to management on the safety, production, maintenance and quality of the plant.
• Identifies and responds actively to the needs of all customers and is open and responsive to change.
• Maintains an environmental awareness and promotes safety practices according to company policies and procedures.
• Reviews work performed and appraises performance.
• Must understand and facilitate payroll, inventory and shipping processes in addition to scheduling and maintenance.

Minimum Education/Experience/Physical Functions   

College Degree, or equivalent work experience in related job function. Essential qualifications include proven skills in a production environment with an understanding of manufacturing practices, excellent communication skills with the ability to work well with people and to facilitate change and growth in a team environment. Must be available to work a flexible work schedule (to include swing and graveyard work) in a production-manufacturing environment. PC skills essential.  

Preferred Qualifications: Previous supervisory experience typically, more than five (5) years of experience in related job function. Windows NT programs helpful.

Decision-Making/Supervisory 

Typically supervises the daily activities employees. May guide other supervisors and/or leads. Decisions guided by policies, procedures with oversight from manager.

Scope

Ensures the alignment of team priorities with broader organizational initiatives and objectives.

Core Competencies 

Aligning Performance for Success, Coaching, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Decision Making, Guiding Team Success, Planning and Organizing, Resolving Conflict, Safety Leadership