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Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift


Company : Seakeeper Inc


Location : Leesport, PA


Created : 2024-06-15


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DOWe make an extraordinary product. Some might say it defies gravity! As our Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift, you'll lead the talented assembly and machining team who make our gravity-defying products and be responsible for meeting our production goals. You'll drive continuous improvement throughout the production process, increase capacity, and improve operational effectiveness and efficiency. You'll make an immediate impact on our manufacturing operations by:Directing and coordinating the activities to plan, prepare, issue, and control production schedules Overseeing the status of work in process, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials, and services are available as neededManaging the priority and scheduling of equipment and personnel, the confirmation of material supply and demand, and the preparation of work orders, or purchase requests for the production or purchase of componentsIdentifying training needs and developing a training program to ensure standard work across all shiftsLeading and motivating a diverse workforce, empowering and investing in the team to increase skill sets, and fostering career developmentMaintaining an adequate workforce to meet the needs of the production department including hiring, training, leading, mentoring, coaching, and terminating when necessary Clearly communicating scopes of work, quality standards, and company expectations to all supervisors and direct labor staff, as well as proactively communicating problems and obstacles up to manufacturing managementWHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEEDDo you have a positive attitude, an eagerness to learn, and the ability to hustle in a fast-paced environment? Then Seakeeper is the place for you! Here are a few other things you'll need to succeed.MUST-HAVESHigh school diploma or equivalent5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience and a strong track record of achievement both in manufacturing throughput and people leadership Experience working with key production metrics and industry-standard equipmentBe a results-driven problem solver, taking a well-ordered approach to tackling problems and making sound decisions despite obstacles, resistance, or ambiguity Strong team building and people management skills Self-motivated with minimal direction required for day-to-day operations Have a start-up mentality and be energized at the idea of wearing multiple hats and holistically managing processes Be professional, responsive, resourceful, flexible and well-organized Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate up and down the chain of commandNICE-TO-HAVESBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, electrical engineering, or a related disciplinePrior theoretical and hands-on Assembly experience including but not limited to: interpreting prints, proper torque tooling use, use of measuring gauges/devices, hydraulic press experience, machining tolerance knowledge Experience using NetSuiteMORE DETAILS YOU'LL WANT TO KNOWYou'll be based in our Leesport, PA facility, full-timeOn-the-job training will be provided (we will help you become the Seakeeper expert!)You'll report to the Director of Manufacturing, also based in Leesport, PA This position will train on 1st shift for 3 to 4 weeks working Monday - Thursday from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM, then switch to 2nd shift permanently working Monday - Thursday from 3:30 PM to 2:00 AMWHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HEREIt's true that we make extraordinary products, but our favorite part about Seakeeper is our people! We believe in participative leadership. That means you have the freedom to make a difference and contribute to the larger goal, regardless of your position. Great ideas can strike at any moment, and when you have one, you're empowered to speak up!We are constantly pushing (or crushing) boundaries. Stagnant or bored are about as opposite from Seakeeper as you can get! We move quick and if there is something that can be improved upon, we jump on it.WHO WE ARE71% of our Earth is covered by water and we want everyone to make the most of it. That's why we are committed to creating products that transform the boating experience with an organization that employees want to work for, customers want to buy from, and vendors want to partner with. Our gyro stabilizers eliminate boat roll and create a land-like experience on the water. We defy gravity and completely change the way people spend time on the water.We started the company 12 years ago, and now 50% of the boats built annually in our core market are Seakeeper equipped. With our recent introduction of smaller units that are ideal for boats as small as 23 feet, there is a long road of growth ahead!Ready for a new challenge in a fast-paced environment? Want to help us disrupt an industry? Come on and apply, we are ready for you!Sign-up to receive email updates about Seakeeper's current open job opportunities: /job-sign-upSeakeeper is personally committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of job requirements, individual qualifications, and business need.