Land Support Agent Supervisor jobs in Grand Rapids, MI

Company Information:

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

On-site Presence:
Due to the nature of the work, this role will require 100% on-site presence.

Responsibilities to Anticipate for this role:
Production supervisors will demonstrate the ability through the utilization of competitive and innovative work practices. The primary objective of a Production Supervisor is to take ownership in coordinating efforts with production team to become highly performing and self-directed utilizing business-based decision-making methods.
Direct and oversee the day-to-day activities of a team of CNC machinists and production employees.
Extensive familiarity with the production floor, building of wire harnesses and internal processes as well as a keen understanding of how they work together.
Supervise and instruct employees in the proper use of production equipment and tools used on production floor.
Examine production schedules and determine how to best utilize employees while following collective bargaining unit guidelines and safety regulations.
Handle first step grievances in assigned areas.
Ensure that work is completed according to schedules while also troubleshooting and identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency.
Ensure safe practices while preventing delays in production.
Instruct and enforce safety and good housekeeping practices in the production process.
Responsible for evaluations coaching, counseling, resource planning and team building.
Able to assist in problem solving and root cause analysis.
Work with quality department to help resolve manufacturing defects.
Review and maintain accurate time charging.
Continuously incorporate Lean Principles into everyday tasks.
Provide opportunities for individual improvement.
Plan, control and approve vacations, qualifications, schedules, and approve vacations.
Present reports as needed to management.
Facilitate and participate in regularly scheduled meetings.
Ability and willingness to adapt to changing priorities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervise all production efforts within assigned departments with an aim for high performance.
Assist with the onboarding process of new hires.
Follow performance improvement efforts until goals are met to include identifying root causes of performance issues and setting up plan for improvement.
Monitor performance of team including schedule, cost, quality, and safety while ensuring procedures/instructions are performed appropriately and safe work practices are being followed by employees.
Promote continuous improvement culture that includes Lean Six Sigma tools and concepts that includes conducting Team Meetings which disseminate information sharing, performance goals and expectations.
Interface with support groups to include coordinating with Production Planner to support production requirements.
Ensure business metrics and product quality requirements are met.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years' experience working in a supervisory role. Manufacturing experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree (engineering, technology or business administration preferred). Experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
Must be able to train on day shift and work either day or evening shift as required.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exceptional negotiation and conflict resolution attributes.
Ability to use, modify and explain prepared reports to aid in meeting production goals.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to approach issues with a systematic approach that yields positive results.
Electronic troubleshooting skills a plus.
Knowledge of production and test processes.
Knowledge and proficiency of Oracle MRP skills beneficial.

Schedule:
Monday – Thursday in alignment with production schedule. OT as required which may include working on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

What We Offer:
Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
401k Match (up to 6%)
Ongoing learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
Clean work environment