Production Supervisor-Ovens

Summary:

Vulcan, recognized by chefs and operators around the world as the best-in-class supplier for premier, energy-efficient foodservice equipment, is seeking an organized and energetic Production Supervisor supporting the Ovens department, to join our growing team.

Vulcan is a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW), a Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenues totaling $14 billion in 2022.

Function:

Leveraging ITW 80/20 business philosophies and toolbox methodologies, this position reports to the Operations Manager II - Ovens and Heater Holding (HH), this role supervises or assists in supervising employees, organizes and monitors workflow, oversees production scheduling, and ensures strict adherence to the production schedule.

Responsibilities (80% Core Essential Functions)

• Follow and execute ITW Enterprise Strategy, ITW Toolkit, Core Values, and Code of Conduct as a leader of the business.

• Improvement of safety results - analysis of close calls and determination of root cause and counter measures.

• Support comprehensive in-plant initiatives, leverage expert-level proficiency in 5S methodology to streamline manufacturing processes, ensure workplace optimization, efficiency, and Safety. Support the Safety standard for overall operational excellence.

• Upholds company Safety and housekeeping programs to ensure a safe work environment, consistent with corporate policies.

• Monitor and coach employee's compliance on Safety and quality processes.

• Train & coach hourly employees in safe, effective assembly methods

• Identify opportunities for preventing waste and inefficiency during production.

• Simplification of work processes, improvement of labor efficiency, and product throughput improvements

• Review assembly processes to identify and eliminate bottlenecks.

• Make recommendations on new equipment to target Safety and throughput improvements.

• Train employees and become the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the new equipment.

• Develop and revise SOPs as required using best practices.

• Identify and implement product standard cost reductions.

• Supervises daily production activities for a specific group of assembly workers, recommending discipline and recognition as needed.

• Reviews work performance, absenteeism, scrap, and rework records of supervised personnel, taking corrective actions when necessary.

• Interprets, clarifies, and enforces rules, regulations, policies, and contract administration.

• Handles employee complaints and assists in general human resources activities for the work group when applicable.

• Maintains morale, ensures equitable discipline, and promotes positive personnel relations.

• Ensures proper handling of hazardous wastes, adhering to all local, state, and federal regulations.

• Monitors operations and processes to ensure employees use proper methods and perform at safe and acceptable levels.

• Instructs new employees on operations and task performance.

• Advises and assists employees in achieving established work standards.

• Collaborates with other departments to address operational matters.

• Orders supplies and ensure employees have necessary tools, equipment, materials, and paperwork.

• Performs preventive maintenance and coordinate repairs with issued work orders.

• Compiles and maintains required department records.

Responsibilities (20% Business-specific functions)

• Assist business unit management in preparation of annual Operating Plan.

• Reviews current equipment and production procedures, making recommendations for operational cost reduction.

• Organize and maintain production tools.

• Conducts interviews and hiring for assembly technicians and welders, including new hire orientation.

• Oversees shipping/receiving activities, maintaining records.

• Creates serial tags for the production floor and reports daily production.

• Ability to coach and develop talent.

• Vast knowledge in assembly, welding, and fabrication process.

• Mechanically inclined to aid in troubleshooting.

• Bilingual a plus.

• Manage the performance appraisal process and skill placement to support production needs.

• Learn and utilize ITW Toolbox to influence decision making.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct reports.

Education and Work Experience

Holder of a High School Diploma with a minimum of five (4) years of expertise in diverse manufacturing operations, including but not limited to industries such as food & beverage, textiles, automotive, electronics, etc. Demonstrated proficiency in manufacturing supervision, encompassing plant floor operations and personnel management, with preference for candidates with 3+ years of experience in these areas. Union experience preferred but not mandatory.

Desired Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline with a minimum of four (4) years' experience in a related industry (e.g., metal fabrication, foundry, tool & die, industrial trades, etc.). Alternatively in business administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline, with a minimum of two (2) years' experience in a related industry. Union experience preferred but not mandatory..

Certificates and Licenses

• Six-Sigma - Lean (Desired)

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or certificate (Desired)

COMPETENCIES

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach and inspire employees.

• Effective communicator with team, stakeholders, and decision makers.

• Proactive problem solver.

• Possesses knowledge of OSHA and its rules and regulations.

• Working knowledge of tools, methods, and concepts of quality assurance.

• Ability to plan, assign, and utilize resources to meet company objectives.

• Possesses a good understanding of manufacturing operations and related processes.

• Ability to respond to changes quickly, calmly, and efficiently.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is:

• Must be able to stand or walk for duration of 10 hours.

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

• Must be able to bend, stoop, lift, reach and twist to complete all job tasks.

• Must be able to wear all required PPE (i.e., safety glasses, gloves, steel/composite toe safety shoes)

Working Conditions

• Combination - industrial plant floor, union environment, and office.

Hours of Work

• Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 3:30 pm.

• Week/Weekend overtime as necessary

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. _

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

_All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. _

ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.