About this role

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS – GRAND PRAIRIE PLANT

The Role:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

Responsible for supervising shop employees in a manufacturing environment
This position plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures, and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions
Ensure effective employee relations are maintained on the shop floor
Provide employee coaching and development
Resolve employee issues through problem resolution
Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas
Work to continuously improve in all areas of the production line
Manage departmental performance measures, including visual control and provides regular progress reports to manager
Provide leadership, participate in LEAN events, perform accident investigations, maintain proper inventory levels, and manage department priorities

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years of prior supervisory experience leading a team in a production environment
Strong ability to use independent judgment in determining methods and processes
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, work methods, and production flow
Drive 5S, Lean, and improvement activities to maintain effectiveness, organization, and cleanliness of production floor
Ability to use database and MS Office products required
Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks in the department
Perform other duties as required by plant management
Strong skills in oral and written communication
Comply with and lead improvements to Environment, Health, and Safety (EH&S) rules and procedures

Preferred Qualifications:

3-5 years of production supervision experience
Prior manufacturing supervision experience in a progressive environment
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit-based employment practices and equal opportunity.
We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

Location Code:

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR