Production Supervisor Finishing 2nd shift - East

Production Supervisor Finishing 2nd Shift)

Hours: 2:15 PM 10:15 PM Monday through Friday with some Saturdays as needed.

NTN Driveshaft a world leader in constant velocity technology for the automotive industry is seeking a qualified Production Supervisor for our Finishing operation in Columbus Indiana located at 8251 International Dr. NTN has over 2000 employees in Columbus and customer demand for our product is growing rapidly. NTN Driveshaft manufactures Constant Velocity Joints (CVJs) for all major automotive companies. These customers include Honda Ford Toyota GM Chrysler and most other automotive OEMs.

NTN offers career growth opportunities a stable work environment a comprehensive benefits package with industryleading low employee contributions a 401k retirement plan customizable additional benefits PTO and holiday pay!

The Production Supervisor will oversee and supervise the production team and is responsible for coordinating production line activities including scheduling task assignments and quality control. This role requires strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage team members and ensure efficient workflow. The ideal candidate will be wellversed in industry concepts practices and procedures leveraging experience and sound judgment to achieve production goals. The position involves handling complex tasks and requires creativity and flexibility to drive continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage a group of 20 to 30 team members in a production area.
  
• Assistant in the creation and managing of manufacturing processes inventory and ensuring machines are operating properly
  
• Hire Train Observe and develop skills of assigned employees
  
• Responsible for product/process quality safety productivity and customer satisfaction.
  
• Reporting to the Production Manager create improve and manage production within the facility.
  
• Complete special projects as assigned
  
• Implement lean manufacturing concepts including Kaizen KanBan PokeYoke 5S etc.
  
• Maintain the highest level of safety and work with employees to identify potential hazards
  
• Ensure production plans are met and improve ontime delivery performance.
  
• Implement production strategies to increase operational accuracy efficiency and quality.
  
• Responsible for developing and implementing production plant policies procedures operations and standardization.
  
• Drives production strategies to reduce product waste.
  
• Communicate with team and enforces company policies and procedures
  

Requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS EDUCATION AND ABILITIES:

• 12 years of proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
  
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook Word Excel).
  
• Experience with J.D. Edwards or comparable ERP software.
  
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively.
  
• Strong multitasking and time management abilities.
  
• Commitment to safety protocols and compliance with all safety regulations.
  
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed including occasional Saturdays.
  
• Strong physical stamina and mental focus. Physically one must be able to stand for long periods lift moderate loads and move through a production environment with attention to safety.
  
• Demonstrate problemsolving skills decisionmaking ability and handle stress in a fastpaced setting. Strong leadership communication multitasking are essential and attention to detail for quality control and process optimization.
  

Benefits

NTN offers career growth opportunities a stable work environment a comprehensive benefits package with industryleading low employee contributions a 401k retirement plan customizable additional benefits PTO and holiday pay!