The Production Supervisor prepares work schedules, assigns work, and oversees the work product. Supervises and coordinates the work of employees who work on assembly-lines. Being a Production Supervisor requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Ensures operations and employees follow proper policies and procedures. In addition, Production Supervisor typically reports to a manager. May require certain certifications in field. The Production Supervisor supervises a small group of para-professional staff in an organization characterized by highly transactional or repetitive processes. Contributes to the development of processes and procedures. Thorough knowledge of functional area under supervision. Working as a Production Supervisor typically requires 3 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Purpose: Supervises shop employees in a manufacturing and assembly environment: plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Job:
Training Requirements: New Hire Orientation, Accident Reporting and Investigation, PLEX
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Physical Demands: Requires standing or walking a total of 4-6 hours in an 8 hour day, but no more than 2 hour at any one time; sitting a total of 1-2 hours in an 8 hour day, but no more than 1 hour at any one time; frequently requires lifting less than 10 lbs, but occasionally may lift 50 lbs or less 3-5 times in a week; intermittently (5-10% of the day) may need to stoop/bend, crouch, kneel, twist, reach and pull or push objects; exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.