Production Supervisor- Fabrication- 2nd Shift in Faribault, Minnesota at Trystar Inc

Job Title: Production Supervisor - Fabrication- 2nd Shift

Trystar is a leader in power distribution equipment and related services at the heart of supporting our electrical infrastructure. Our team members focus on producing the highest quality products in the industry and providing industry-leading service. Based in our state-of-the-art headquarters in Faribault, MN, safety, and integrity are our guiding principles, and we work together to achieve excellence for our customers every day.

Trystar’s team members are our most important asset, we are in search of a Production Supervisor - Fabrication- 2nd Shift who will lead and guide our teams to meet/exceed customer expectations & achieve strategic and aspirational growth plans while following our values & guiding principles.

The Fabrication Production Supervisor is a highly skilled and organized professional responsible for overseeing the fabrication department's daily operations, managing the production schedule, and utilizing Epicor MRP (Material Requirements Planning) system for efficient resource planning and inventory control. They play a pivotal role in ensuring the timely and cost-effective fabrication of components and assemblies while maintaining high-quality standards.

In this role you will get to lead a team of production associates to execute production, improve and implement effective manufacturing processes, utilize concepts of lean & 6 sigma to drive a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement, while working to achieve key performance metrics and meeting/exceeding customer expectations. This position reports directly to the Value Stream Manager.

• Guide Team Leads and team to ensure effective cross-training for the production workforce, including backups from other areas, to assure a continuously operating and smooth-running department.
• Recognize employees for results & behaviors that support our values & principles that lead to customer satisfaction.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance. Partner with HR Department in rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints, resolving problems, and treating all employees’ fairly.

• Develop knowledge of products, processes, equipment, and quality standards to develop/update standard work procedures and cross train department production employees.
• Instill and maintain a positive can-do team atmosphere within the department; hold regular team meetings, assigning team members tasks, and coordinating support services needed outside the team. Utilize the Tier Accountability Meetings and Team Improvement Boards to ensure results.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent technical education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel, and MRP transactions (Epicor preferred)
• Ability to work department shift hours and relevant overtime with the team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated and effective leadership style, with a positive and proactive approach to supervision with a proven ability to build high performing teams.
• Excellent people skills with a proven ability in supervising, coaching, and training employees.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities to optimize production schedules and address challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate collaboration among different departments and team members.
• Understanding of safety protocols and the ability to enforce safety standards.
• Ability to develop Team Leads & front-line employees to grow their skills and achieve desired metrics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to adapt & thrive in a fast-paced/high growth work environment.
• A passion for Trystar, its culture, and a commitment to deliver on growth and performance metrics.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Monday.com to track production progress, team tasks, and deadlines, ensuring effective communication and collaboration within the fabrication department.
• Knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools like Power BI to create insightful reports and dashboards for monitoring production performance, identifying trends, and making data-driven decisions to improve fabrication processes.