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Direct and manage trailer production activities to ensure schedules are met and products align with engineering drawings. Lead production teams while fostering safety, quality, and continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or GED and previous experience as a Team Leader or a college degree. Must be able to read blueprints, use Microsoft Office, and meet physical demands including heavy lifting and standing for long periods.
Full job description
Overview
THE ROLE
At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.
The Position: The Production Supervisor’s primary function is to direct and manage the trailer production activities of their area (i.e., Axle Department, Combo Start Line, Sidewall line). Ensure the area meets the production schedule and that the trailers produced are consistent with the Engineering drawings provided in the drawing package.
Responsibilities
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Lead and develop small to mid-sized production teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives while fostering employee engagement and continuous improvement.
Ensure individual and employee compliance with all safety rules and requirements.
Manage and direct the activities of employees to ensure that the production, quality, and safety requirements are consistently met. This includes the following but is not limited to the following activities.
Defines staffing plan for the week based on production volume, prepares line for successful start of next shift, manages rework/defects/scrap created by his team and implements preventative measures, implements and follows up on Lean Manufacturing activities, performs safety observations, defines and reviews standard work together with ME department, updates team training matrices, and keeps area clean and organized using 5S principles.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; grievance resolution; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Attending weekly safety meeting and communicating the topics discussed in those meetings to the employees in their group, as well as making sure the employees follow the safety guidelines, and discipline employees when they do not.
Attending weekly “Review Meetings” that consist of comparing the Sales Order information and the Bill of Materials to identify any discrepancies and to make sure a resolution is obtained before the particular job is started on the production floor.
Coordinate with other Supervisors and the Superintendent to resolve any issues that could prevent the production schedule from being met.
Work with the Engineering Department to resolve any issues that arrive during the build process that could result in a Quality, Safety, or performance issue with the product being produced.
Communicate with the Production Manager and the ME/Maintenance Manager to ensure tooling, quality, and safety concerns are addressed while maintaining the production schedule.
Responsible for managing their direct reports’ timecards, including but not limited to in/out punches, timecard approvals, vacation submissions and approvals, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Your skills and abilities (required qualifications)
Education: High School/or GED required.
Experience:
Team Leader experience.
Graduate of Team Leader Academy or college degree.
Utilizes Microsoft Office Products.
Scope of Responsibilities (ex. number of direct reports, level of difficulty of position, etc.).
Knowledge and/or skill in all processes that he/ she is responsible for. This includes production techniques and procedures, safety rules and regulations, inspection criteria and methods and plant wide initiatives.
Ability to effectively instruct, direct, supervise, and lead individuals and teams of people.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other customer specifications.
Ability to operate a computer and use basic database, spreadsheet, word-processing and email programs.
Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
Ability to organize and manage tasks effectively.
Must be a self-directed individual with initiative.
Certification in Emergency First Aid, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator is required and will be provided by the company after hire.
Certifications as required to effectively lead and perform his / her job. (i.e., welding certification, paint certification)
Ability to speak, read and write effectively in English.
Travel: None.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical demands: Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8-12 hours a day. Ability to, sit, speak, hear, see, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb, work overhead, push, and pull. Ability to do heavy lifting (50 pounds) on occasion. Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 50 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place. The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Work environment: Employees must dress according to the company policy, and will be required to wear certain eye, head, hearing, hand, and foot protection. Employees must wear all mandated PPE due to: Potential for scrapes, punctures, and cuts. Metal shavings or other debris falling in eyes. Light radiation burns. Pinch points. Possible respiratory hazards. Heavy objects that may fall. High noise level in the plant. Potential contact with hazardous chemicals. Employee may share desk space, filing cabinets and office equipment with other employees.
ABOUT GREAT DANE
With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.
WHY WORK FOR US?
Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.
Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, to grow, to succeed and to be engaged in a collaborative environment.
BENEFITS OVERVIEW
Competitive compensation
Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid holidays and vacation
And more!
Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY RANGE
The expected salary range for this role is $52,946-$99,086 per year.
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your exact pay, we may also consider your skills, experience, and other job-related factors.
Founded in 1900, Great Dane’s story has continuously been one of innovation and quality, offering best-in-class dry vans, refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, and truck bodies. From the teams who design and build our trailers to the customers who trust us to deliver what they need; people have always been at the heart of what we do.
Headquartered in Savannah, Georgia, with additional corporate offices in Chicago, Illinois, Great Dane has eleven manufacturing plants strategically located throughout the United States. Our company’s network of corporate-owned service centers and full-line independent dealers offers a broad range of distribution points for new and pre-owned trailers and aftermarket services across North and South America.
Join our talent community here: talent.greatdane.com
Offices: 222 N La Salle St, Suite 920, Chicago, Illinois 60601, US · 131 Technology Circle, Savannah, Georgia 31407, US · 2664 E US Highway 40, Brazil, Indiana 47834, US · 70 Strick Rd, Danville, Pennsylvania 17821, US · 207 Progress Rd, Elysburg, Pennsylvania 17824, US
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