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  Scope of Position:  Working under the general direction of the Plant Manager , performs a wide variety of duties associated with supervising the Manufacturing Department. Provide information and guidance in manufacturing activities and issues to managers and employees. Serves as a backup to the Plant Manager when absent.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for promoting a safe culture and awareness within their area of responsibility. Piping, Electrical Panel Shop, Assembly, Electrical Assembly, Testing, Shipping. Provide strong leadership and training through visible leadership on the floor providing technical and administrative oversight of work through observation and floor surveillance. Using the ERP to plan the daily operation scheduling of plant production to ensure optimal utilization of plant equipment, personnel, and inventory requirements. Ensure all visual performance and scheduling boards are up to date. Working cross departmentally with production control and purchasing to maintain inventory control throughout departments and reduce stocking levels. Must demonstrate mechanical aptitude and understanding of assembly drawings and electrical diagrams. Check BOMs from engineering and mark-up all BOMs jobs to be manufactured in the shop.   Take an active role in continuous improvement initiatives, including identifying, planning, and leading such projects. Implement 5S tools and methodologies. Responsible for reducing indirect labor in the department. Work with engineering in making new or in redesigning units. Work with vendors to find solutions to late or incorrect shipments. Support the needs of other supervisors/leadmen to get units out the door. Track employee time - daily work time, vacation days, and bonus days Maintain accurate files for costing of jobs. Conduct monthly safety talks. Conforms to all EHS, Quality, & Environmental Management System policies, objectives, and obligations. Perform any other related duties and responsibilities as assigned. Position Requirements: 5 - 10 years of proven supervisory experience in discrete manufacturing. Strong communication and organizational skills Excellent problem solving and conflict management skills. In-depth technical knowledge of the manufacturing process. Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency.