Overview

Who We Are: People know Snap-on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With our diverse talents and deep pride in the Snap-on family of brands, we drive innovation and create value. We work hard together. We grow together. We are one Snap-on team.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for directly supervising manufacturing operations. Ensure associates work in a safe environment. Motivate and coordinate associates to meet safety, quality, delivery and cost objectives within the department. Responsible for overseeing department workflow, troubleshooting and resolving production problems. Develop and maintain a team environment which will work toward providing continuous improvement. Lead staff of up to 50 hourly associates.

1st shift - 6 am to 2 pm

Responsibilities

• Proactively implement and promote a safe work environment.

• Lead and motivate team to achieve a positive team based work environment that meets performance goals and objectives for safety, quality, delivery and cost. Communicate expectations and results.

• Manage workforce according to company philosophy aligned with Who We Are, mission, beliefs, values and vision.

• Responsible for planning and scheduling operations and workforce on a daily basis.

• Regularly review process and productivity information. Troubleshoot and resolve production, quality and delivery issues working closely with a variety of support departments such as engineering, maintenance and planning.

• Train, evaluate, coach and mentor associates, utilizing performance management techniques, to help improve performance, including disciplinary actions as necessary. Identify top talent for advancement opportunities.

• Lead, participate in and support Continuous Improvement and other problem solving activities. Lead associates to use Continuous Improvement tools. Support implementation of new processes and methods.

• Maintain and consistently administer local policies to meet day-to-day operating requirements.

• Responsible for maintaining procedures and work instructions and for completing a variety of administrative tasks as necessary.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Previous supervisory experience and Bachelor's degree preferred. High School diploma/equivalent and a minimum of 2 years manufacturing / leadership experience required. Possess technical skills related to the area of responsibility. Ability to read, write and speak English. Strong communications skills are essential.

Competencies in the following areas:

• Safety
• Communications (verbal/written)
• Coaching, training and development
• Relationship building
• Time management / work effectiveness
• Delegation
• Problem solving
• Rapid Continuous Improvement
• Decision making
• Change management
• Performance management
• Conflict management/negotiations

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran