2nd Shift Operations Supervisor

2nd Shift Operations Supervisor (Janesville, WI)

About United Alloy

United Alloy, Inc. (UAI) is a custom metal fabrication and powder coating company and ISO 9001:2008 certified facility. We primarily focus on manufacturing diesel fuel tanks for the power generation industry; we are the preferred designer, manufacturer, powder coater of certified metal tanks, skids, frames, trailers, chassis and related products crafted to world-class quality standards in strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 OEM customers.

United Alloy’s goal is to continually improve processes, products and services by investing in technology and key personnel. Our total quality management system emphasizes continuous improvements, defect prevention, use of statistical methods and continuous learning to increase knowledge and skill levels of all employees.

United Alloy encourages their leaders to utilize their talent and creativity within a diverse, inclusive, innovative and empowering environment.

Job Description

This position is responsible for supervising and advising production employees and departmental leads as assigned. This position will plan and assign work, implement policies and procedures, recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. This position will be responsible for holding production employees accountable for company and individual goals.

Reports to: Production Manager

Benefits

In addition to excellent starting wages, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package as well as numerous perks.

Medical, dental and vision

Generous PTO and Vacation policy

401(k) with company match

Bonus opportunities

Paid training

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Directly responsible for departmental leads and employees on assigned shifts – including safety, efficiency, accountability and quality

Coordinate operations and training within or between departments and shifts

Plan and establish work schedules, assignments and production sequences to meet production goals

Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process and adjusting where needed to ensure UA maintains OTD of 95% or higher, efficiency in each work center of 95% or higher and no past due rolling hours

Ensures effective communication amongst direct reports and peers to maximize efficiencies and reduce downtime

Assess and resolve of conflict situations in conjunction with Human Resources

Document disciplinary contacts and follows UA’s progressive disciplinary policy for all direct reports

Approve/Deny vacation requests of direct reports based on company policy

Maintain ERP and Operating Systems to include approving transactions and request

Cover shifts of Supervisors who are out of the office – ensure that proper coverage is always available

Able to flex shifts and change work schedule when required or as requested

Work with departmental leads and production staff to ensure there is proper communication pass down with other shifts – make sure all shifts complete this (1st to 2nd, 2nd to 1st)

Maintain positive relationships with all executive staff, managers, supervisors and employees

Understand and support all company policies and procedures

Understands UA Levels Program for weld, paint/assembly, fabrication and general utility positions

Follow safe manufacturing practices and promotes a safety culture

Lead by example and acts in a professional manner at all times

Suggest ideas for continual improvements for all production work centers

Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 100 pound

Qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required – associate degree or bachelor’s Degree Preferred

6-7 years of related production leadership experience – metal fabrication concepts and processes exposure a plus

Able to operate overhead cranes, tape measure, basic hand tools and air tools

Effectively read and interpret blueprints

Ability to effectively communicate through written and oral communication

12 Expected Behaviors of Actively Engaged Person – 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, and Agile

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. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, stoop, pull, push, assemble, and carry for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with an assist.

Work Environment

Ability to perform in a manufacturing environment that may have high noise levels, dust, chemicals, oil, and grease. Ability to work in an environment that may be either hot, cold or humid.