Responsible for the supervision of operational activities in given manufacturing areas in accordance with departmental policies, procedures and standards to achieve established production schedules and desired quality levels.

Accountabilities: 

• Supervises the activities and personnel engaged in manufacturing of products within their assigned department and shift.
• Interprets, applies, and/or enforces all company policies, programs, rules, regulations, labor contracts, and safety rules.

• Achieves departmental, plant, and corporate goals for safety, quality and productivity.
• Promotes clean, safe work areas thought the plant by continuously checking for hazardous conditions.
• Leads production employees in continuous improvement activities.
• Maintains employee morale by portraying a positive image of the company.
• Develops, directs and manages manufacturing personnel and trains them to properly utilize all equipment and tools.
• Directs manufacturing personnel to maintain product quality and meet customers’ requirements.
• Consistently administers company policies and practices regarding attendance, performance, etc.
• Communicates with employees on a regular basis.
• Participates in activities such as training and safety programs in order to enhance the overall effectiveness of the work area(s) involved.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience: 

• Minimum of 3-6 years supervisory experience preferred in manufacturing.
• Maintains the technical and managerial skills required to effectively administer the production process.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, delegation and conflict resolution skills.
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be adaptable to change and have the ability/desire to make a difference.
• Solid math skills and measurements are essential.
• Ability to read a drawing.
• Knowledge of CNC computerized equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude is a plus.
• Experience in finishing/assembly of wood components is a plus.
• Knowledge of the cabinet industry is a plus.

Education: 

BS degree or AS degree in a technical or business related field preferred.

Work Environment: 

• Office environment with frequent environmental exposure to low-grade radiation from computer monitors
• Manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to wood dusts and cabinet-making related materials.
• Wearing of Personal Protection Equipment required when on manufacturing floor:  eye and ear protection.

Sensory/ Physical Requirements:

Sensory:      

• Frequent speaking, hearing, near vision, far vision and touch.
• Ability to address large groups of Employees at all levels of the organization including Executives in both formal and informal settings.

Physical:      

• Frequent head/neck static position, rotation, flexion and extension. 
• Frequent change in torso/back position, frequent stooping, bending and twisting. 
• Frequent finger dexterity.
• Frequent simple grasp, firm grasp and wrist flexion. 
• Occasional sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling.
• Occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching and carrying.

Reasonable Accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants with disabilities.