Company/Location: Avtec Finishing / New Hope MN

Shift: 2nd shift 3p - 1a M-Th + OT as needed

Training done on 1st shift for approx. 3 months before moving to 2nd shift. Must be able to train on 1st shift.

Currently in need of an experienced 2nd shift Production Supervisor - with a preference to those with experience in the Metal Plating or Manufacturing fields.

Interested in Science (chemical reactions)? Can you follow detailed instructions? Have an eye for imperfections? Want to make a difference? Consider a career in the Metal Finishing/Plating industry!

Manufacturing is necessary for the overall economic health of our country. Become part of an industry that finishes critical parts for the medical field (respirators, etc.), aeronautics (airplane parts), military, to everyday items like nuts and bolts, etc. We play an integral part in many of the products we all use every day.

We are looking to expand our team and continue our mission of excellent service and on-time delivery. Reviews are conducted twice a year, including a rate increase if expectations are met. Great benefits package and fringe benefits. Hiring ASAP, apply TODAY.

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Position Duties: First level of supervision of production operations in assigned department. Reviews production orders and ensures that production schedules are met. Organizes assigned work and supervises and assists employees in daily work performance. Anticipates production and personnel problems and resolves problems to minimize their effect on throughput. Maintains good housekeeping and enforces safe work practices.

What are we looking for? The following duties and requirements can help determine if you are a good fit for us, and if we are a good fit for you. Attendance is CRITICAL to our success and need people that are committed to being at work, as scheduled.

DUTIES:

• Upholds company policies and procedures
• Lead and supervise a team of production workers, including assigning tasks, provide training, coaching, discipline, and evaluating performance. Foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Supervisors are responsible for Labor, OTD, and COQ metrics of their respective departments
• Oversee daily production activities, including setting up production lines, monitoring production processes, and ensuring that production targets and schedules are met.
• Ensure that production processes adhere to quality standards and specifications. Conduct frequent daily inspections and audits to identify and address any quality issues or defects.
• Enforce and promote safety and environmental protocols and practices to ensure a safe working environment. Ensure that all employees follow safety guidelines and use proper PPE for the task. Check several times a day that employees are wearing appropriate PPE.
• Monitor employees to ensure they do not have cell phones, FOD, or food on the shop floor, and that uniforms are being worn.
• Maintain door security by not allowing unscheduled/non-working employees on the shop floor.
• Verify frequently, during their shift, employee's are adhering to their scheduled break schedules and not taking long breaks, leaving their station more than 5 minutes before end of shift, or leaving the premises on their break.
• Provide timely investigations and discipline for corrective action/resolution of non-conformance and employees that do not adhere to our Conduct Standards, or other infraction of our policies.
• Responsible for the production schedule. This includes setting work schedules that meet production goals Including placing employees in appropriate positions to increase productivity.
• Supervisors also maintain records for employees in the department such as performance evaluations, training, and discipline. Additionally, maintain notes on employees to be used for reviews. Ensure reviews are done one time.
• Supervisors implement continuous improvement activities such as quality improvement, 5S, and other activities to reduce scrap and increase productivity
• Develop, maintain, and adjust job routings
• Prepare production reports daily for upper management staff. Management may require reports on safety issues in the department, productivity, and goals
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• 5-10 years industry experience; preferably in-house
• Proven experience in managing production teams and overseeing manufacturing operations
• CEF/NASF Certified Electro Finisher or Aluminum Finishing Certification preferred, or willingness to get certified
• Hazardous waste/Hazwoper training preferred
• Forklift license
• Ability to maintain a regular and reliable attendance record
• Fluently read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must be a US citizen or have authorization to work in the US
• Must be able to read a ruler/tape measure and analog clock
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, train, and support staff to reach production goals.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capability to address production issues effectively.
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency in production management software and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Excellent verbal and written skills to provide clear direction
• Having good eye for details in order to keep a check on all the activities of the organization
• Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to maintain composure in stressful situations with both employees and customers
• Strong knowledge of quality control, safety regulations, and production processes.
• Familiarity with plating specs and company spec library preferred
• Working knowledge of our plating process characteristics and limitations preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings preferred
• Ability to work independently without supervision
  

WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH & ADVANCEMENT! AS A TEAM MEMBER, YOU'LL ENJOY:

• Employee paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Legal/ID Theft, Pet, 401k
• Company paid benefits: Medical portion, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401k contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off and Sick & Safe Time
• Quarterly bonus (profit sharing)
• Attendance Rewards (bonus)
• Performance reviews twice a year (Reviews: 60 days and 6 months, then twice a year, which may come with a rate increase, providing the employee meets company and performance standards).
• Work Anniversary Paid Day Off
• Employee Referral Program
• Career Advancement
• Company Paid Safety Boots
• Company Paid Prescription Safety Glasses
• Company Paid Uniforms, and More!

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Shift (4 day work weeks) & Wage:

2nd Shift: 3pm - 1am, Monday - Thursday (+ OT as needed) $78,000 / Year

(Reviews: 60 days and 6 months, then twice a year, which may come with a rate increase, providing the employee meets company and performance standards)

Signing Bonus: $1500 (current employees are not eligible for signing bonus)

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Upload a current resume & answer the questions provided (completing this task provides a little insight into you and helps us determine the best candidates to interview).
• If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email. (As part of our selection process, while onsite for an interview, you MUST PASS A BASIC MATH TEST within 10 minutes to move on to the interview phase.)
• We only do in-person interviews.
• Expect a response within 14 days of your application.
• No need to reach out and verify if the application was received. If you receive an email/text response when you submitted the application, then you'll know it was received.

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Equal Opportunity Employer. The Lindgren Group, including Avtec Finishing and Nico Products, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Veterans are encouraged to apply!

Work Authorization / Security Clearance:

The Lindgren Group must comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). These regulations may restrict persons of non-US citizen status from working/participating/observing/or other forms of gathering knowledge about certain activities within the company.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

For more information on our company, visit:www.TheLindgrenGroup.com