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Job Title


Production Supervisor


Company : Faurecia Interior Systems


Location : Spring Hill, FL


Created : 2024-06-15


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

  About Forvia Faurecia Forvia Faurecia products and systems are in one out of three vehicles on the road today, including vehicles manufactured by the biggest and most well-known automotive brands in every region of the world. Our comprehensive offer for SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY includes zero-emission hydrogen solutions, ultra-low emissions solutions, systems for advanced driver assistance and products made with a range of optimized and sustainable materials. With our COCKPIT OF THE FUTURE, we create value for brands and connected experiences for consumers with our expertise in seating, interiors, lighting, body electronics, sensors, actuators and other display technologies and cockpit electronics. But Forvia Faurecia is also so much more than a top-7 global automotive and technology leader. We inspire safer, more comfortable, more personalized and more sustainable mobility. We create advanced solutions to accelerate the transition towards CO2 neutrality. We believe people matter. We work on challenges that matter. If you join us, you'll take a journey that matters.   We're hiring a Production Supervisor! Our Interior Systems Division is looking for a Production Supervisor for its manufacturing facility in Spring Hill to supervise and develop the departments production team members in a safe and effective manner. You'll work on challenges that matter! This job will require you to: * Make sure QCD indicators reflect customer expectations * Define, together with the supervisors of the other shifts and the UAP manager, QCDP targets for the GAPs (improvement versus actual situation): ppm, pph, TRS, absenteeism, number of accidents, improvement ideas... * Monitor performance during the shift and report accurate data at the end of the shift * Manage resources to reach results: adapt headcount to volume, etc. * React in case of a problem: take care of immediate containment, call support functions, build corrective  action plans * Revie daily line KATA with GAP Leader/operators. * Replace GAP leader when necessary * Drive actions for improvement: * Know team problems, seek feedbacks * Define area for performance improvements * Drive teamwork and problem-solving activities, lead Problem Solving Groups and workshops (5S, Hoshin, TPM, SMED, 8 Quality Basics...) * Drive improvement ideas generation and implementation * Ensure audits of standardized work are conducted by GAP leaders on a daily basis and ensure corrective actions are taking place. * Audits once a week with each GAP Leader the respect of standardized work * Aims to devote 70% of his/her time to improvement actions * Define threshold and escalation of reaction modes to problems within his/her supervisory zone People Management * Leading by example in terms of rigor and discipline: * Assure daily management * Permanent presence on the Shop floor: daily contact with all team members, close management of the lines * Manage headcount: plan the day before people allocation for the next day, plan also on a weekly basis * Manage timekeeping in eTIME daily * Coach GAP Leaders and team members in how to perform their role * Support and help to fix problems * Ensure discipline and rigor (work wear, break times, working hours...) * Ensure the respect of HSE instructions, policies and procedures * Development of the team * Participate in the selection and recruitment of line employees * Ensure proper induction of new operators on the line * Build training plan to increase team autonomy; ensure training and coaching of team members * Manage annual performance interviews for all team members * Plan development of the people (validation and support from UAP manager and Human Resources Manager when appropriate): training, job evolution * Validation of polyvalence * Ensure recognition upon individual performance: take part of the decision process * Ensure proper flow of information to and from the team: top 5 with GAP Leaders, regular information meetings, rapid cascade of critical information and of messages from management Health, Safety and Environment and working conditions * Ensure full respect of HSE rules and regulations * Responsible for immediate stopping of a line in case of HSE risks * Lead HSE core teams and drive implementation to follow * Drive improvement of working conditions and ergonomics * Support commitments established in the ISO 14001 Environmental Policy. * Conform to requirements established in Spring Hill Plant ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) procedures and work instructions. * Ensure members in assigned area(s) of responsibility conform to relevant EMS requirements. * Support environmental programs to achieve objectives and targets. Team work * Ensure transparent timely communication with UAP manager and internal customers * Arrive before start of shift in order to ensure transfer of all information from the supervisor of previous shift * Participate with supervisory colleagues to improvement of UAP performance The ideal candidate... To succeed in this position, you will ideally have: Knowledge / Skills: * Operational knowledge of production methods (Kanban, 5S, Hoshin, TPM...) * Strong sense of teamwork * Strong communication skills * Proven track record in upholding safety and quality standards   Education / Experience: * Bachelor's degree or 5 years Manufacturing Supervisor Experience in a JIT environment * 2  or more years of manufacturing/production experience * 2-3 years of supervisory experience * Proficient computer skills including Word and Excel; Advanced preferred   We believe people matter! Forvia Faurecia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Join us, and take a journey that matters!