Production Engineering Supervisor jobs in Buffalo, NY

JOB TITLE: Production Supervisor

TYPE: Full Time, Exempt

SUMMARY:

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing all production activities during the second shift, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• · Supervises and coordinates production activities during the assigned shift to meet production targets and deadlines.

· Leads and motivates a team of production workers, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.

· Monitors and evaluates production processes to identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity.

· Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.

· Conducts regular performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members to foster professional development and growth.

· Maintains accurate production records, including inventory levels, production output, and quality control metrics.

· Identifies equipment maintenance needs and coordinates maintenance activities to minimize downtime and maximize equipment reliability.

· Communicates effectively with management, peers, and subordinates to ensure smooth operations and resolve any issues that may arise.

· Fosters a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement within the production team.

· Knowledge of Lean principles is a plus

· Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, industrial engineering, business or related field required.

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years in a supervisory role within a manufacturing or production environment

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve goals.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.

· Proven problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make decisions under pressure.

· Solid understanding of production processes, equipment, and quality control principles.

· Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing setting.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.

· Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

· Flexibility to work second shift hours as needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires good manual dexterity, fine motor skills, visual acuity, spatial awareness, proficiency in using hand tools and equipment. This position may require lifting up to 50 pounds, prolonged periods of standing, and occasional bending or squatting. Candidates should be able to comfortably perform physical tasks associated with the role, ensuring a safe and productive work environment.

OVERTIME / TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Overtime (OT) will be required from time to time for short-term or long-term duration, as business needs mandate. Travel may be required by any mode of transportation as determined by company for business reasons such as, but not limited to, equipment service / installation, skill development or training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $94,300.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person