is now hiring for a Production Supervisor for a well-known automotive parts manufacturing facility in Fraser, MI!

The role of a Production Supervisor is to manage the production performance, personnel issues and the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) standards of several GAP (Autonomous Production Groups).

Responsibilities include:
• Make sure QCD indicators reflect customer expectations.
• Define, together with the supervisors of the other shifts and the UAP manager, QCDP
targets for the GAPs (improvement versus actual situation): ppm, pph, TRS, absenteeism,
number of accidents, improvement ideas, etc.
• Monitor performance during the shift and report data at the end of the shift.
• Manage resources to reach results: adapt headcount to volume, etc.
• React in case of a problem: take care of immediate containment, call support functions,
build corrective action plans.
• Receive daily line KATA with GAP Leader/operators.
• Replace GAP leader when necessary.
• Define threshold and escalation of reaction modes to problems within their supervisory
zone.
• Update electronic KPI’s on daily basis.
• Issue disciplinary actions to operators/GAP Leaders based on company rules and
policies; including, but not limited to suspend employees.
• Approve/deny Paid absences based on business needs.
• Stop the line to protect operators and customers from potential harm or quality issues
• Reject suspect material coming to the line.
• Make independent quality calls based on boundary sample (i.e absence of Quality
Mgr. or QE).
• Escalate line KATA to HP QRCI 8D.
• Go into backup mode when poka yoke cannot be fixed in a timely manner.
• Go into backup mode when mechanical failure.
• Flex employees out based on customer performance.
• Implement rewards and recognition based on performance.
• Ensure the HSE Management System (HSEMS) requirements are established,
implemented, and maintained in accordance with the ISO 14001/45001 standards.

Knowledge / Skills:
• Operational knowledge of production methods (Kanban, 5S, Hoshin, TPM.)
• Strong sense of teamwork
• Strong communication skills
• Proven track record in upholding safety and quality standards

Education / Experience:
• A Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering
• Minimum 2 years of Production experience
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience preferably in automotive
• Proficient level of English

Please submit resume