Paragon is seeking a motivated, highly organized individual to join our team as Production Supervisor. This position oversees Kitting and Production to ensure a smooth flow of components to Production and timely movement of product through the production process. Experience with scheduling and MRP/ERP systems is preferred but if you have the attitude and aptitude needed for this position, we can train you. You'll be working with a skilled and diverse team lead by management who recognizes and rewards individual merit as well as team effort. Paragon is a contract manufacturer of cable and wire harness assemblies and more for a range of customers from industrial to aerospace. Paragon offers PTO/Sick PTO and medical/dental/vision/life insurance when qualified. Apply to join our team today!
Job Title: Production Supervisor
Department: Production
Reports to: Operations Manager
SUMMARY:
Supervises daily functions of the production line by planning, setting team goals, quality, schedules, and controlling costs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Coordinates flow of work and materials based on scheduled customer orders, established priorities of availability/capability of workers, parts, materials and equipment.
Provides the necessary tools and documentation for individuals to perform their jobs.
Develops an atmosphere that encourages employee participation.
Motivate and directs employees in preserving an efficient and productive workplace.
Introduce new methods/techniques to improve quality and/efficiency.
Interfaces with all levels of Production, Engineering, and Quality Assurance staff.
Maintains a safe work environment.
Implements continuous improvement ideas and suggestions.
Communicates directly with Management on any conflicts with capacity availability, scheduled workload or part/material issues.
Determines (pre-production) capacity requirements. Plans sequence of operations to provide guidance for assembly operators.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the direction, coordination and evaluation of production personnel. Carries out leadership responsibilities in accordance to company policies, procedures, safety, and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assisting, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Provides ongoing training to applicable staff to develop and encourage their technical and operational performance. Meets with appropriate staff on timely basis for performance evaluations and goal setting.
Ensures company standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with all Production department functions.
Displays effective leadership.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Other duties as required in support of the department and company.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent and/or college related courses.
Three to five years directly related supervisory experience.
Ability to manage company personnel policies and procedures consistently.
Ability to communicate effectively showing excellent written and verbal communication skills with a diverse group of people.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands 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.
Combined sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks.
Manual dexterity used occasionally.
Hearing and speaking required regularly.
Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of the position. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to redefine duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
