*Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-1:00am
Corporate Overview
Server Products is a highly regarded food and beverage technology company that manufactures products for the restaurant and food service markets. Server Products is committed to designing smarter solutions to everyday challenges so customers can serve easier faster and better than ever.
The Opportunity
The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily operations across assembly machining and fabrication departments within a smallwares manufacturing environment. This role ensures production targets quality standards and safety requirements are consistently met while driving continuous improvement workforce development and operational efficiency. They develop employees by hiring for open positions preparing training plans verifying training was effective and motivating employees through touchpoints challenging work and on-going feedback.
Responsibilities
Production Leadership
- Supervise and coordinate activities of assembly machine operators and fabrication teams to meet daily production schedules.
- Responsible for executing productivity goals by structuring labor teams and production cells to meet planned targets regularly reviewing productivity metrics and taking corrective action as needed
- Monitor workflow staffing and equipment utilization to ensure efficient operations.
- Address production issues in real time to minimize downtime and maintain output.
Continuous Improvement
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean Kaizen 5S) to increase productivity reduce waste and improve process flow.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings cycle time reduction and quality enhancement.
- Collaborate with production maintenance engineering and quality teams to implement process improvements.
- Support process improvement initiatives by completing assigned projects tracking and reporting progress and completing all required documentation and records.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure all products meet company and customer quality standards.
- Work closely with the Quality team to investigate root causes of defects and implement corrective actions.
- Promote a culture of quality ownership across all departments.
Team Development & Cross-Training
- Manage a diverse team by setting clear goals and expectations and handling or resolving minor complaints or conflicts.
- Train coach and develop team members to build a flexible cross-trained workforce.
- Evaluate employee performance and provide regular feedback and development plans.
- Foster a positive accountable and safety-focused work environment.
Performance Metrics & Reporting
- Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput efficiency quality scrap and on-time delivery.
- Use data to drive decision-making and improve operational performance.
- Report on production status issues and improvements to leadership.
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
- Ensure a safe work environment by reviewing and reinforcing safe work practices investigating near misses and incidents and ensuring corrective actions are implemented and completed
*Perform other duties or responsibilities as requested or required
Requirements
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field preferred.
- 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (metal fabrication machining or assembly preferred).
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Progressive production leadership experience preferably in metals forming sheet metal fabrication or mechanical/electrical assembly
- Working knowledge of fabrication machining and assembly processes.
- Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (5S Six Sigma).
- Ability to analyze data and manage performance metrics.
- Excellent problem-solving and fact-based decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively at all levels of the organization
- Strong planning and organization skills
- Ability to work independently and consistently drive results
- Ability to lead teams through change encourage new ideas and implement process improvements
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and creating a safety-first culture
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications
Benefits
- Five (5) weeks PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Three (3) days Paid to Volunteer
- Robust 401(k) with up to 6.0% Company Contribution/Match
- Exceptional health care benefits
Server Products is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Server Products does not discriminate against any person due to any protected classes or characteristics. Our employment decisions are based only on valid job-related requirements. We are committed to providing a workplace where all employees are treated fairly and with respect.
Required Experience:
Manager
*Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-1:00amCorporate OverviewServer Products is a highly regarded food and beverage technology company that manufactures products for the restaurant and food service markets. Server Products is committed to designing smarter solutions to everyday challenges so customers can serve ...
*Monday-Thursday 2:30pm-1:00am
Corporate Overview
Server Products is a highly regarded food and beverage technology company that manufactures products for the restaurant and food service markets. Server Products is committed to designing smarter solutions to everyday challenges so customers can serve easier faster and better than ever.
The Opportunity
The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily operations across assembly machining and fabrication departments within a smallwares manufacturing environment. This role ensures production targets quality standards and safety requirements are consistently met while driving continuous improvement workforce development and operational efficiency. They develop employees by hiring for open positions preparing training plans verifying training was effective and motivating employees through touchpoints challenging work and on-going feedback.
Responsibilities
Production Leadership
- Supervise and coordinate activities of assembly machine operators and fabrication teams to meet daily production schedules.
- Responsible for executing productivity goals by structuring labor teams and production cells to meet planned targets regularly reviewing productivity metrics and taking corrective action as needed
- Monitor workflow staffing and equipment utilization to ensure efficient operations.
- Address production issues in real time to minimize downtime and maintain output.
Continuous Improvement
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean Kaizen 5S) to increase productivity reduce waste and improve process flow.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings cycle time reduction and quality enhancement.
- Collaborate with production maintenance engineering and quality teams to implement process improvements.
- Support process improvement initiatives by completing assigned projects tracking and reporting progress and completing all required documentation and records.
Quality Assurance
- Ensure all products meet company and customer quality standards.
- Work closely with the Quality team to investigate root causes of defects and implement corrective actions.
- Promote a culture of quality ownership across all departments.
Team Development & Cross-Training
- Manage a diverse team by setting clear goals and expectations and handling or resolving minor complaints or conflicts.
- Train coach and develop team members to build a flexible cross-trained workforce.
- Evaluate employee performance and provide regular feedback and development plans.
- Foster a positive accountable and safety-focused work environment.
Performance Metrics & Reporting
- Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as throughput efficiency quality scrap and on-time delivery.
- Use data to drive decision-making and improve operational performance.
- Report on production status issues and improvements to leadership.
Safety & Compliance
- Enforce all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
- Ensure a safe work environment by reviewing and reinforcing safe work practices investigating near misses and incidents and ensuring corrective actions are implemented and completed
*Perform other duties or responsibilities as requested or required
Requirements
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field preferred.
- 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (metal fabrication machining or assembly preferred).
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
- Progressive production leadership experience preferably in metals forming sheet metal fabrication or mechanical/electrical assembly
- Working knowledge of fabrication machining and assembly processes.
- Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (5S Six Sigma).
- Ability to analyze data and manage performance metrics.
- Excellent problem-solving and fact-based decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively at all levels of the organization
- Strong planning and organization skills
- Ability to work independently and consistently drive results
- Ability to lead teams through change encourage new ideas and implement process improvements
- Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and creating a safety-first culture
- Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications
Benefits
- Five (5) weeks PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Three (3) days Paid to Volunteer
- Robust 401(k) with up to 6.0% Company Contribution/Match
- Exceptional health care benefits
Server Products is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Server Products does not discriminate against any person due to any protected classes or characteristics. Our employment decisions are based only on valid job-related requirements. We are committed to providing a workplace where all employees are treated fairly and with respect.
Required Experience:
Manager
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