PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - 1ST SHIFT

Company: Hubbell Incorporated
Location: Corona
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

The first-line supervisor oversees all workers on the production floor, ensures that the equipment and supplies needed are available, carries out company production goals, which directly affect profits, and sees that production runs smoothly. The supervisor must understand all the parts of the production process, what jobs need to be done, and who does them, and ensure that these jobs are done correctly. They must make sure that people are working up to capacity and that they have a reasonable workload. The supervisor teaches workers new jobs and sometimes fills in for workers who are absent.Pay for this role is expected to be $80k-95k annually dependent on experience and qualifications. Health benefits begin at the 1st of the month following the hire date.A Day In The Life--- Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications and directs setup and adjustments of machines.

All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.
--- Estimates worked hour requirements for completion of job assignments according to production schedule.
--- Interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations.
--- Interprets specifications, prints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties.
--- Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
--- Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
--- Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
--- Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.
--- Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
--- Maintains a safe, clean work environment on production floor.
--- Acts as first responder to accidents or injuries, using good judgment in emergency situations, including application of first aid and contacting necessary personnel.Supports team leaders and production workers in daily activities. Acts as primary responder to abnormal conditions beyond the capability of the production cell personnel. Calls for resources outside of production if support is needed from the Plant Manager, maintenance, quality engineering, product specialist, or any other production support function.Ensures all work performed within area of responsibility is conducted to quality standards. Stops process and implements corrective action when abnormality is discovered.Verifies customer orders are complete and checks for quality issues before shipment.Performs minor troubleshooting and maintenance to equipment and operates production machinery when there is a personnel shortage.Documents all department functions and production status report for first shift daily.Responsible for promoting continuous improvement on the production floor.Serves as a role model for team leaders and all team members in the production area.
Responsible for shut down, closing, and securing facility at end of shift.Supervisory Responsibilities:Understand their workers and gain their respect.
Use tact and good judgment when correcting production errors or settling disputes.
Help solve any problems that workers are having with their jobs.
Act as communicator between management and production workers.
Explain company policy to workers and enforce it if necessary.
Praise and encourage workers who have done their jobs well.
Advise management as to which workers deserve promotions or awards.
When workers do not perform up to par, warn them or, if necessary, recommend that they be disciplined.
Must work extended hours as necessary to meet production schedules and support second shift personnel. Start and end of work must be flexible depending on the requirements of the production schedules and must be present during shift operations.What will help you thrive in this role?Required Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experience:
High school education and verifiable record of successful supervisory experience. College degree in business or engineering will be considered as a substitute for experience.Knowledgeable on all operations within area of responsibility.Language Skills:
Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English and Spanish. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to employees of the organization in English and Spanish.Mathematical Skills:
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.Reasoning Ability:
Ability to make timely decisions based on changing conditions to ensure that business objectives are met while maintaining a safe work environment for all employees.Computer Skills:
Ability to use word, outlook, and spreadsheet software for accessing and recording information. SAP experience is a plus.Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to feel, and talk and hear.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Preferred Skills:
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Computer Skills: Must have strong Microsoft Office, e-mail and other PC application skills.
Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management: Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.Company Overview:
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people, and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug into an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient, and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888, our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high-quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries, and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

Keywords: Hubbell Incorporated, La Mesa , PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR - 1ST SHIFT, Professions , Corona, California