Production Supervisor

Conduct all actions with and inspire among all colleagues a Safety-First mindset

Promote compliance with all relevant company policies and government regulations including OSHA

Lead by example through results-focused, people-centered direction, feedback, and coaching

Serve as first point of contact for all employee relations and system operational issues

Develop effective processes to maintain system performance through shift changes, high volume periods, and irregular operations in conjunction with other stakeholders

Maintain open and transparent relationships with customer and other vendor contacts to ensure maximum system performance

Ensure operational process consistency and employee development through the design and execution of uniform training and assessment programs

Follow established escalation guidelines in the event of system downtime or irregular operations

Manage employee schedules and daily work assignments in conjunction with other stakeholders

Leverage detailed reporting to understand system performance and implement continuous improvement projects around employee performance and system operations

Coordinate with Maintenance Team to ensure minimal system impact in the execution of preventive and ad hoc maintenance activities

Participate and lead (as necessary) team, site, and customer meetings to ensure open, effective communications centered on collaborative efforts to meet production goals

Required: High school diploma with 1-3 years' experience in a supervisory in a fast-paced manufacturing, automated warehouse, light industry, or related environment

Preferred: Associates degree in a relevant subject with 3-5 years' experience in a supervisory role in light industry, continuous flow manufacturing, automated warehouse, or related environment

Experience working as an autonomous shift leader

Familiarity with automated material handling systems strongly preferred

Ability to coordinate and supervise a team of frontline system operators

Strong understanding of automated material handling systems

Familiarity with basic logistics and supply chain principles

Familiarity Lean Principles, 6 Sigma, or other related continuous improvement processes

Practical attitude and ability to learn new skills and tasks

Strong communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to prioritize multiple tasks and workload

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Knowledge of OSHA Safety guidelines

Occasional travel within North America may be required to undergo training and/or support sister sites; rare international travel may be necessary in support of company-wide initiatives

Must be able to work all shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Must be available by phone 24/7 in the event of irregular operations and/or escalation

Ability to work at heights of 80-100 feet

Ability to adapt to a warehouse environment with temperatures ranging from +34 degrees to -15 degrees

Ability to lift and carry materials/equipment necessary to do the job

Ability to walk/stand during a designated shift

Lifting, pulling and pushing up to 50 pounds

Stability - WITRON offers competitive wage and excellent benefit package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD plans along with a company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions and a profit-sharing program

Work/Life Balance - Employees have access to a generous paid time off policy, company-paid holidays, and special leave days related to certain life events

Growth Potential - As part of WITRON's commitment to promoting from within, individual developmental opportunities are made available through comprehensive on the job training and a tuition reimbursement program

A Place You Want to Work - WITRON's corporate philosophy is characterized by an open-door policy, an environment of trust and empowerment, and a sincere appreciation shown to all colleagues