Production Supervisor

We are representing a globally recognized FORTUNE 500 industrial manufacturing organization in the Torrington area who is actively seeking a Production Manager/Supervisor due to a recently announced retirement. This role will be responsible for leading the a critical value stream working to implement world class processes in an effort to improve plant KPI's and deliverables.The company is looking for 1st and 2nd shiftPOSITION OVERVIEWReporting to the Plant Operations Manager, this candidate will lead a department of 40 employees within a continuous manufacturing environment.Complete ownership over meeting value stream KPI's/ deliverables.Provide direction and leadership consistent with company and department business plan goals.Establish Production KPI's, and deliverablesDirect and drive the utilization of problem solving methods for related plant and customer issues.Direct department process improvements and corrective actions.Provide key input into the development of the department strategic business plan and identify and track key measurables to support the department business plan goals.POSITION REQUIREMENTSBachelor's Degree is preferredCandidate should have at least 2-5 years of Production/Operations Leadership experience within manufacturing environment.Candidate should be well versed in Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, and/or Continuous Improvement with strong approach to problem solving