Production Supervisor- Lynchburg, VA

Location

Lynchburg, VA | United States

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States, and the world.

What We Offer:

• Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.
• Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

Job Description:

U.S. Pipe and Foundry is seeking a Production Supervisor in Lynchburg, VA. The successful candidate will play a key role in supervising operations while maintaining established quality standards, plant rules and minimizing operational costs.

Essential Functions:

• To instruct and train employees on the specific responsibilities of their job.
• Assess their training needs and establish on-the-job training activities on the procedures and techniques to allow the employee to become proficient as quickly as possible.
• To counsel and discipline employees with performance and/or disciplinary problems in a fair and consistent manner.
• Conduct all discipline in accordance with the company's policy and provide the proper attitude and supervisory help to assist the employee in correcting the deficiencies.
• To assign work to employees and establish time schedules that assure timely completion.
• Coordinate all departmental activities on the shift and inform appropriate employees of relevant work activities.
• Resolve conflicts as appropriate.
• To assure that all employees have a thorough understanding of the results expected of their job.
• Coordinate necessary safety training for each employee with the Safety Supervisor and provide safe working conditions by maintaining proper housekeeping.
• Works with CI and Management team to lead or be part of 5S projects, RCA’S, etc.
• As for all employees, this individual is expected to demonstrate our core values: Customer Commitment, Ownership, Lead with Safety, Respect People, Integrity, Continuous Improvement.
• Schedules and coordinates manpower requirements to maximize the skills and abilities of available employees and minimize overtime.
• Interacts with other Production Supervisors to address plant issues and interacts with Maintenance Foremen regarding equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Assures departmental employees have required materials and supplies, particularly safety equipment. Monitors usage to assure adequate supply and control costs.
• Generates necessary written and/or verbal reports as designated by the Production Manager.
• Assists in the handling of employee grievances at the first step of the grievance procedure. 
• Consults with the Production Manager and Human Resources Manager on labor relations and disciplinary matters.
• Coordinates necessary employee safety training with the Safety Manager and assures employee safety through safe work procedures, prompt equipment repairs, effective housekeeping and compliance with internal safety practices and OSHA standards.
• Review, clarify as necessary and understand all provisions of the labor agreement and administer correctly.
• Understand and enforce all work rules and regulations, including safety rules and procedures.

Skills & Other Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent with trade or technical schooling preferred.
• One to three years heavy industrial manufacturing experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills required.
• Able to effectively supervise and motivate a unionized workforce.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Must be able to climb steps and ladders
• Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull objects and materials weighing 50 pounds and occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull objects and materials weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Must be able to manually roll pipe on rails.
• Responsible for completing clean-up tasks involving picking up, sweeping, and shoveling.
• Must be able to help remove scrap, slag, sand, and all other debris in area.
• Responsible for positioning equipment back in proper place.
• Must be able to recognize defective equipment and appropriately report defects to Supervision.
• Must be able to work in both hot and cold environments.
• Must be able to practice safe work procedures and comply with applicable safety rules and regulations in a heavy industrial environment.

Competencies to be Assessed in Determining Eligibility:

• Adaptability, Building Trust, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Decision Making, Initiating Action, Safety Awareness, and Work Standards.

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