Carlisle Companies
Carlisle, PA
Job Description
Primary Function
Responsible for the supervisor and management of the TPO manufacturing processes in Plant 5. Provides leadership on his / her assigned shift to accomplish training objectives, meet production schedules in a high quality, safe manner, facilitates problem solving and makes timely decisions. Promotes a high level of teamwork both on and among shifts as well as between departments. Responsible for maintaining records to comply with company procedures and applies policies and rules in a fair manner while fostering a participative, yet structured environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Shift Management - Possesses a good working knowledge of the manufacturing processes. Provide leadership and direction to shift personnel in order to meet the production requirements. Review inventory and production levels to make recommendations and adjustments to maintain efficient balance. Adjustments include decisions concerning equipment downtime, manning levels and material quality. Has a clear understanding of the plant information systems to maximize utilization. Provide direction during shift-to-shift hand-off meetings and boardwalk discussions. Fill in for other Production Supervisors when required, due to vacation, off-site meetings and absenteeism.
Supervision / Employee Development - Uniformly enforces and applies company policies and procedures to maintain fair and consistent work practices. Provides input and seeks clarification where necessary to ensure that adequate communication and understanding is occurring. Provides honest, objective and specific feedback to crew leaders and production team members so they clearly understand improvement opportunities. Actively supports and participates in employee teams and problem-solving groups. Serves as facilitator, when needed, to maintain the group's focus and provide the necessary resources. Identifies personnel with the desire and skill to be trained and developed for other jobs with greater responsibilities.
Quality - Manages shift to minimize defects and rework. Facilitates decision making and problem-solving process to foster a more participative and committed approach to the operations. Ensures that published processing specifications (SOPs) and quality control tests are not only followed but recommendations for improvement are vetted and implemented when appropriate. Monitors defect and downtime causes and provides feedback and recommendations to the Value Stream Manager so sustainable corrective actions can be implemented.
Training / Safety – Provides clear, consistent direction relative to maintaining and enhancing a safe work environment for all employees, visitors and contractors. Awareness and improvements are driven through leading monthly shift safety meetings. Conducts accident and near miss investigations, confirms incident reports are completed accurately in a timely manner, and ensures information is posted to the designated electronic database and shared across all shifts and when appropriate, operations. Maintains shift records relative to on-the-job training status for all shift personnel. Initiates manning assignments to address training needs required to ensure production goals can be met with qualified personnel.
Cost Reduction / Process Improvement - Contributes towards the plant's cost reduction goals through awareness, spend control, and idea generation. Coaches and encourages crews to identify and implement cost savings opportunities. Utilizes lean manufacturing tools to identify and drive continuous improvement. Provides the necessary leadership to obtain the data, acceptance, and details necessary for an effective project justification. Communicates actions and results from CI and Cost Savings Projects to the other shifts and operations management.
Communication - Coordinates gathering and dissemination of information for production team with other functional groups such as Production Scheduling, Shipping, R & D, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and Human Resources. Partner with shift maintenance team to understand downtime related maintenance requirements and help prioritize urgently needed production equipment repair.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential Full Performance Knowledge
Familiar with day-to-day TPO Plant manufacturing activities.
Functional knowledge of the plant’s information systems (SFIS, SAP).
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
Essential Full Performance Skills
Oral communication
Written communication
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Delegation of tasks
Problem Solving
Team building and facilitation
Personal Computer and MS Office Product skills
Organizational Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Conflict Resolution
Essential Full Performance Abilities
Ability to perform all the above skills.
Exhibit general understanding of the positions within the department.
Working knowledge of proper Lock Out / Tag Out and Confined Space Entry procedures.
General understanding of pertinent OSHA requirements.
Equipment / Data
Equipment Operated
Personal Computers and printers
Calculator
Telephone
HMIs in production areas
Basic knowledge of analytical requirements for TPO products and semi-finished products
Data Used
SQDC Report Out information
Plant / Standardized Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Daily / shift reports / 5S & TPM Audit Sheets
Plant goals & objectives
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
ADP / Vantage Timeclock information
Production schedules
SAP
Vacation schedules
Manning / Assignment schedules
Education & Experience Requirements
Education: Associates Degree in Business Management or related field
Equivalency: High School Diploma / GED and agreement to obtain Associates Degree (maintaining position will be contingent on completing this coursework)
Experience: Minimum of five years in a manufacturing environment with proven experience in one or more leadership or supervisory positions.
Work Environment / Time Worked
Work Environment: Activities occur inside a plastic extrusion and dry chemical mixing facility
Most time is spent on the factory floor where atmospheric conditions vary in temperature from cool (55°F) to hot (100°F). At times, portions of the facility can be dusty and dirty. Work pace can be fast leading to stressful situations regarding decision making and actions to be taken.
Hours Worked (generally):
7:00AM to 3:30PM and 3:00PM to 11:30PM (Rotating each week)
One fixed shift - 11:00PM to 7:30AM
Work Week: Monday - Friday with weekends when production demands warrant it.
Shifts Worked: One supervisor per shift.
Physical Requirements
Sitting at a desk and operating a computer
Standing and walking throughout the manufacturing plant and warehouse
Climbing
Bending
Stooping
Lifting - up to 50 lbs.
NEVER
OCCASIONALLY
FREQUENTLY
CONTINUOUSLY
(0-30%)
(31-60%)
(61-100%)
LIFTING OR CARRYING
1-10 LBS
X
11-20 LBS
X
21-40 LBS
X
41-60 LBS
X
61 OR MORE LBS
X
PUSHING OR PULLING:
1-40 LBS
X
41-60 LBS
X
61 OR MORE LBS
X
BENDING OR STOOPING
X
REACHING ABOVE SHOULDER LEVEL
X
DRIVING AUTOMATIC EQUIP. VEHICLES
X
WORKING WITH MACHINERY
X
CLIMBING
X
WALKING
X
STANDING
X
SITTING
X
WORKING IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES
X
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct the work of approximately 15 to 20 various production positions
Coach and counsel employees; conduct performance reviews of Crew Leaders
Participate in Panel Interviews for new employees or promotional opportunities
Train or coordinate training of new employees
Enforce CCM Policies and requirements
Partner with HR and senior management for disciplinary action requirements
Conduct Safety Meetings
Teach and ensure understanding of safety and quality requirements
Support MDI process and support SQDC discussions (Boardwalk)
Audit use of COS required tools (5S, TPM, Countermeasures, etc.)
Maintain training records for all team members on shift
Ensure crew members are working safely and following company policies and regulations
Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.