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Production Supervisor

AT Eaton
Eaton

Production Supervisor

Raleigh, NC

Eaton's Electrical division is currently seeking a Production Supervisor. This position will be located in Raleigh, NC.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $80,250 - $117,000 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

Plan, coordinate, supervise and motivate the activities of all assigned employees as well as the utilization of employees assigned to peer lines to meet or exceed safety, quality, delivery, cost and efficiency goals while assisting the Operations Manager in implementing plant wide initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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  • Provide direct supervision for production employees in assigned area
  • Participate in employment and staffing decisions, performance management decisions
  • Develop and implement schedules and manpower requirements to meet or exceed production plan
  • Document manufacturing processes with work instructions
  • Recommend changes to existing manufacturing processes to improve manufacturing productivity and improve lean flow of materials
  • Work closely with engineering for the ETO orders to ensure we hit customer commitments
  • Prioritize safety and repeatability of existing processes, addressing identified concerns.
  • Maintain departmental personnel records and reports on productivity, quality, and attendance
  • Drive plant wide Continuous Improvement initiatives stemming from RPO Key Projects and others as deemed by Focus Factory and management
  • Champion use of Eaton systems and tools to ensure appropriate execution within assigned areas
  • Engage direct reports in manufacturing LEAN initiatives including but not limited to operator standard work, 5S, pull systems, empowered work teams, and structured problem solving
  • Provide coaching, motivation, and counseling to employees to encourage optimum performance and continued skill development
  • Implement and support behavioral based zero incident safety culture
  • Communicate company policies, procedures, and guidelines and ensure they are consistently practiced
  • Communicate effectively with other departments to expedite the workflow and ensure the established quality expectations

Qualifications:

Basic Qualification:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing or operations environment in lieu of degree
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in Manufacturing Operations or Engineering in a manufacturing environment
  • Minimum 1 years of direct supervisory, leadership/team lead experience
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Lean Manufacturing experience/certification
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • SAP experience

Skills:

Position Criteria:

  • Good understanding and positive support of standard personnel and administrative policies, practices and legal requirements pertaining to business operations
  • Ability to successfully interface with all organizational levels & departments
  • Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility, provide ongoing coaching and feedback, manage through conflict, and strive for continuous improvement
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems and engineering processes
  • Willingness and availability to work weekends as needed
  • Required working knowledge and experience with computers

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Client-provided location(s): Raleigh, NC, USA
Job ID: Eaton-27250Raleigh
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)