The Kaiser Aluminum Production Supervisor directs all afternoon shift (2:00 PM to 10:00 PM) production employees and ensures Safety, Quality and Production targets and standards are met, including Housekeeping. Responsible for leading and achieving departmental, plant and corporate goals for safety, quality and productivity of 100 plus employee workforce. Manage, direct and maintain the control the manufacture of assigned products in a safe manner in accordance with all schedules and specificati... more details
The Kaiser Aluminum Production Supervisor directs all afternoon shift (2:00 PM to 10:00 PM) production employees and ensures Safety, Quality and Production targets and standards are met, including Housekeeping.
- Responsible for leading and achieving departmental, plant and corporate goals for safety, quality and productivity of 100 plus employee workforce.
- Manage, direct and maintain the control the manufacture of assigned products in a safe manner in accordance with all schedules and specifications for quality, quantity, timeliness and cost. Proactively and consistently supports the elements of the HSE, ISO 9001, PPC, CPC and 14001 requirements and work instructions; Consistently and equitably administers established company policies, procedures and guidelines; Creates and maintains a positive, harmonious work environment free of discrimination and sexual or other harassment to foster a positive work culture that makes our Company First Choice for Associates.
- Maintain the smooth and timely flow of plant production ensuring a quality product is delivered to the next operation and customer. Achieve the business goals of the operation including cost, quality safety, and delivery. Coach, develop, and support hourly associates. Hold associates accountable for attainment of objectives. Drive Kaiser Select best in class strategies to the floor level.
- Responsible for employee safety, process control compliance and housekeeping in their respective area of responsibility, as well as meeting the quality and production targets. Follows the schedules and instructions given to them by their manager.
- Supervises all production and maintenance employees on shift.
- A Supervisor’s job is on the floor. Minimal office time.
- Supervisors are first responders to trouble calls.
- Maintains a thorough knowledge of the assigned work area, processes and equipment. Understands the HSE, ISO 9001, PPC, CPC and 14001 requirements, work instructions and enforces them. Requests additional training for himself and his subordinates when required.
- Ensures that the mobile equipment under his direction is cared for by the drivers on shift and the required daily inspection is performed.
- Utilizes Maximo to report equipment problems to ensure these problems are communicated to the maintenance team.
- Initiates HSE S.I’s when accidents occur or near misses happen or to report a potential HSE issue.
- Provides proper “shift turnover” to oncoming supervisor.
- Ensures that established Kaiser policies, rules and regulations are followed.
- Enforces the labor contract.
- Enforces the absenteeism program.
- Responsible for all safety and housekeeping throughout the area as well as meeting production, quality and delivery standards.
Requirements
- Two year college education or degree in engineering
- Manufacturing experience of 10 years or greater
- Schedules afternoon 2pm -10pm and works Saturdays and other shifts as needed based on production requirements
This individual will possess:
- Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment
- Intermediate level PC skills, including MS Office applications and internet
- Good communication skills (written and verbal)
- Proven ability to participate in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to manage direct reporting technical resources
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Approximately 80% of the job function is performed in the production environment requiring safety precautions. There is exposure to operating machinery and a manufacturing environment. About 20% of the job function is performed in an office setting.
No third party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.
About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are strongly committed to expanding inclusion, equity, and diversity – how we hire, develop, and inspire our diverse team members that reflects and relates to the increasingly multicultural community.
No third-party candidate submissions are being accepted at this time for this opening.
About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing a diverse and inclusive culture. We are strongly committed to expanding inclusion, equity, and diversity – how we hire, develop, and inspire our diverse team members that reflects and relates to the increasingly multicultural community.
