Production Supervisor-Nights (Food Services)
We are looking for a dynamic leader to join our team as a Production Supervisor!
Who we are: Brazeway is the world's largest producer of frost-free evaporator coils and a top global supplier of aluminum heat transfer tubing and components of the appliance, HVAC, and automotive air conditioning industries.
What we provide: A strong, collaborative team culture. A safe and progressive work environment.
What drives us: The philosophy that our people are our most important asset. We believe that hiring great people and giving them the opportunity and freedom to be creative, will make great things happen. Our best designs and most impactful innovations are developed in an environment where no idea is too far-fetched, no effort is wasted, and no vision is too far off. The outcome from this approach has propelled us to the forefront of ingenuity for all the sectors we serve.
Where we are located: Our facility is located in Hopkinsville, KY. This area is a great location for commuters and residents of the Nashville, TN and Clarksville, TN areas. Within a 30-45-minute commute are opportunities to live in the heart of a vibrant city or live in a suburb with all the amenities. We also have manufacturing facilities located in Shelbyville, Indiana and Monterrey, Mexico. Our Corporate Headquarters reside in Adrian, Michigan.
What the position entails: As a member of the Brazeway KY supervisor team this position will be responsible to lead and effectively manage a group of night shift Brazeway employees who together manufacture product according to our Quality Definition.
Major Responsibilities:
Understands the plant quality, productivity, and profitability goals and his/her unique role in attaining them.
Implements the Production Plan. Communicates to all employees what must be done to achieve daily requirements. Adjusts during the shift to meet changing conditions, assigning or reassigning people as appropriate.
Ensures that all machinery is functioning properly and that all materials are available to meet production requirements.
Is mentor and coach to his/her employees. Provides them counsel and training, and assistance with problems which may affect quality or productivity. Develops an improvement program for each employee.
Work in collaboration with HR
Responsible for orderliness. This includes housekeeping, safety conditions, and other quality/productivity records, and proper inventory balances.
Assists in the hiring process for production associates and administers Brazeway's policies.
Provides leadership to entire plant in absence of department supervisors.
Actively supports and manages to our 5S + Safety programs.
Actively supports and manages within Brazeway's mission, vision, Code of Conduct and Process-Based Leadership guidelines.
What a candidate must have to be qualified for the role:
Associated Degree required
Preferred 5+ years of shop floor experience in an applicable manufacturing environment such as: automotive, extrusion, metal, continuous process and/or 24/7 hour facility
Excellent communication and people skills
Strong commitment to a team environment
Ability to work any shift
Demonstrated discipline and consistency regarding adherence to established standards, policies, and procedure
Ability to interface with all levels of the organization
At Brazeway, it's about more than what we get done - it's about how we do it. Throughout the organization, we pride ourselves in delivering work based on our Core Values. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diverse backgrounds and do not discriminate.
Beyond engaging and rewarding work, we offer a total rewards package including: Competitive salary, annual bonus program, 401(k) matching and profit sharing contributions, health insurance options with competitive premiums, life insurance, disability insurance, paid holidays and vacations, and other benefits such as recognition programs, gym memberships, and wellness perks.
