Production Supervisor Electronic Assembly

About Wood-Mizer
Wood-Mizer is the worlds largest manufacturer of portable sawmills with over 100000 mills sold in more than 100 countries. Wood-Mizer provides forestry and timber professionals around the world with a complete line of narrowband portable and industrial sawmills wideband sawmilling equipment resaws edgers kilns molders/planers firewood processing equipment pallet recycling equipment material handling equipment bandsaw blades and blade maintenance equipment.

Our Culture and Values
Wood-Mizer is dedicated to customer and employee-owner success putting compassion and values at the heart of the business and committing to providing high-quality equipment that makes a positive difference in peoples lives. Wood-Mizer is a 100% employee-owned company that believes every mill owner is an extension of our Wood-Mizer community: a philosophy that makes both our customers and employee-owners feel at ease.

What Makes Wood-Mizer Stand-Out
At Wood-Mizer we know our people are the reason for our success. Thats why were proud to be a 100% employee-owned company where every team member has a stake in our future. Were committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive - personally professionally and financially. From ownership opportunities to health growth and lifestyle perks we invest in you so that together we can innovate serve and succeed.

What We Offer

If you want a career not just a job apply today and learn how Wood-Mizer employees are making a difference around the world and right here in Indiana.

Location:Batesville IN Manufacturing Facility. His is a 100% in-person role. Those seeking hybrid and/or remote should not apply for this position.

Requirements for ALL jobs at Wood-Mizer

Job Summary

As a Manufacturing Production Supervisor Electronics Assembly at Wood-Mizer you are responsible for the resources and outcomes of your assigned shift within the manufacturing facility. You will work closely with Leads employees and cross-functional teams to ensure safe efficient and high-quality production.

You will have full ownership of your area with expectations to manage your staff maintain equipment drive continuous improvement and ensure an organized and safe work environment.

In addition to core supervisory responsibilities this role provides technical support to the electronics assembly area including troubleshooting interpreting electrical schematics and training employees on proper assembly and diagnostic techniques related to 12V and 24V electrical systems. Eighty percent (80%) of this role will focus on supervisory responsibilities with the remaining twenty percent (20%) dedicated to hands-on technical work including training diagnostics interpreting schematics and other technical work.

Essential Functions

Safety

• Support the Safety Team.
• Monitor and enforce employee use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Supervise employee work habits to ensure safety is the top priority.
• Evaluate the working environment and resolve safety hazards with employees.
• Correct unsafe behavior through coaching and instruction as needed.
• Report serious safety hazards to the Manager and Safety Team immediately.
• Supervise daily cleaning activities to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
• Set the example for all employees by consistently following all safety rules without exception.
• Ensure safe handling and assembly of electrical components and adherence to electrical safety practices.

Staff

• Responsible for all administrative duties pertaining to the department (Human Resources incident reports attendance etc.).
• Oversee employee performance to maximize departmental efficiency.
• Complete annual evaluations recommend wage increases and review employee structure regularly.
• Monitor setup times and drive process improvements.
• Supervise and maintain the cross-training matrix to support coverage for vacations absences and demand changes.
• Cooperate with Leads to implement Lean activities and reinforce Lean principles.
• Supervise daily direction of employees and overall workflow of the department.
• Develop and promote a positive team environment.
• Support and coach Leads on a daily basis.
• Control supervise and communicate overtime needs to ensure schedules are met.

Quality

• Supervise the quality of parts and assemblies to ensure employees are following Wood-Mizer standards.
• Follow up with Leads to identify and address production issues throughout the shift.
• Develop and implement solutions to prevent recurring quality issues.
• Act immediately in response to production down situations and notify Manager and other Supervisors.
• Facilitate maintenance and repair of tools and equipment to ensure proper working condition.
• Ensure proper assembly testing and validation of electronics components.
• Reinforce adherence to electrical schematics wiring standards and assembly procedures.

Production

• Interact daily with Production Supervisors to communicate schedules and operational priorities.
• Supervise and balance production between Finished Goods schedules and active jobs (customer orders/transfers).
• Communicate headcount changes (vacations absences terminations) to the Manager daily.
• Develop and execute recovery plans with Leads when production falls behind schedule.
• Identify investigate and resolve delays in shift operations to meet production deadlines.
• Monitor incomplete jobs daily to ensure shipping deadlines are met.
• Communicate delays risks and recovery plans to leadership.
• Work with the Manager and other Supervisors to identify inefficiencies and cost reduction opportunities.

Technical Support Electronics Assembly

• Provide hands-on support to the electronics assembly area as needed.
• Troubleshoot electrical and assembly-related issues to minimize downtime and defects.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of 12V and 24V electrical systems used in production.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams schematics and wiring layouts.
• Train and support employees in proper electrical assembly techniques and schematic interpretation.
• Assist in diagnosing and resolving recurring electrical issues through root cause analysis.
• Support implementation of engineering changes related to electrical components and systems.
• Partner with Engineering and Quality teams to improve assembly processes and reliability.

Required for All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow all rules policies and procedures established by Wood-Mizer including codes of conduct safety regulations and company guidelines.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance in accordance with company expectations.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive team environment.
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner including maintaining a positive attitude and respect for others.
• Complete assigned tasks and meet deadlines while delivering on commitments.

Qualifications

Work Experience

• 4-6 years of manufacturing experience required.
• 13 years of Supervisory or lead experience required.
• Electronics / Assembly Experience - Exposure to electrical systems or electronics assemblyrequired.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to manage people and communicate goals and expectations: High
• Lean manufacturing experience (formal or practical): Medium
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office ERP systems): Medium
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and methods Medium
• Mechanical aptitude: Low
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings: Low
• General math skills and use of tools (tape measure hand tools):Low
• Use of diagnostic tools (e.g. multimeter): Low
• Troubleshooting and technical support capability: Low
• Ability to manage multiple priorities: Low
• Knowledge of electrical systems (12V/24V) motors hydraulics pneumatics: Low

Licenses and Certifications

None required.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent -
• Trade School CertificateTechnical Studies - Preferred
• Associates DegreeGeneral or Technical Studies - Preferred

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Wood-Mizer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We make employment decisions without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability genetic information protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.

This commitment applies to all aspects of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion compensation training transfers leaves of absence and terminations.

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Pre-Employment Screening

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