Production Supervisor

Fort Valley, GA
Full-Time

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Value Stream Leader, this role is responsible for managing a talented and diverse team. One of the most important goals of the Production Supervisor is to properly organize and direct the production staff to achieve a satisfactory workflow. They must also identify areas for improvement and organize training opportunities for their team.  This position is a working Supervisor who will be working side-by-side with their crew.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervising operations within the facility to achieve higher output.
  • Organizing training and educational manuals for the production team.
  • Assisting in the recruitment and onboarding of new hires.
  • Develops, implements, and enforces operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality and revenue.
  • Organizing, monitoring, and prioritizing tasks to meet production goals.
  • Evaluating various stations of the production operation to ensure optimum efficiency.
  • Accomplishes manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS

  • Knowledge of manufacturing tools and equipment.
  • Computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong work ethic.
  • Ability to create and adhere to production processes.
  • Ability to write reports legibly and accurately.
  • Relevant training and certification in industrial production, engineering, or any related field.

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing facility, working in production AND one of the following:
  • Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years production supervisor or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Associates degree plus 3 years production supervisor or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • HS Diploma or GED plus 3 years production supervisor or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

WE VALUE

  • Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
  • Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders
  • Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
  • Flexible workspaces and work hours that help you unleash the best you.
  • Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

INCLUDES

  • Continued Professional Development
  • Benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k matching

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Blue Bird® is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We strive to have the best available talent in every job based on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities each person brings.  Blue Bird is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all forms.

All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

#LI-Onsite

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.Work Experience
2 years: Production supervisor or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
6 years: Progressive experience in a manufacturing facility, working in production.

Education
Required: High School

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JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Value Stream Leader, this role is responsible for managing a talented and diverse team. One of the most important goals of the Production Supervisor is to properly organize and direct the production staff to achieve a satisfactory workflow. They must also identify areas for improvement and organize training opportunities for their team.  This position is a working Supervisor who will be working side-by-side with their crew.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervising operations within the facility to achieve higher output.
  • Organizing training and educational manuals for the production team.
  • Assisting in the recruitment and onboarding of new hires.
  • Develops, implements, and enforces operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality and revenue.
  • Organizing, monitoring, and prioritizing tasks to meet production goals.
  • Evaluating various stations of the production operation to ensure optimum efficiency.
  • Accomplishes manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS

  • Knowledge of manufacturing tools and equipment.
  • Computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong work ethic.
  • Ability to create and adhere to production processes.
  • Ability to write reports legibly and accurately.
  • Relevant training and certification in industrial production, engineering, or any related field.

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing facility, working in production AND one of the following:
  • Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years production supervisor or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Associates degree plus 3 years production supervisor or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • HS Diploma or GED plus 3 years production supervisor or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

WE VALUE

  • Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
  • Strong project management skills. Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders
  • Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
  • Flexible workspaces and work hours that help you unleash the best you.
  • Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

INCLUDES

  • Continued Professional Development
  • Benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k matching

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Blue Bird® is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We strive to have the best available talent in every job based on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities each person brings.  Blue Bird is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all forms.

All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

#LI-Onsite

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.Work Experience
2 years: Production supervisor or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
6 years: Progressive experience in a manufacturing facility, working in production.

Education
Required: High School

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About Blue Bird Corporation

About Us

Blue Bird offers a complete line of Type A, C and D school buses in a variety of options and configurations. Since 1927, Blue Bird Corporation has continued to set industry standards with its innovative design and manufacturing capabilities. Additionally, Blue Bird provides comprehensive financial solutions through Blue Bird Capital Services. Today, Blue Bird has more than 1,600 employees, Georgia-based manufacturing facilities and an extensive network of Dealers and Parts & Service facilities throughout North America. Its global presence can be seen in more than 60 countries through sales into Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East.

Our Promise

We are singularly focused on building and selling school buses that customers want and value. The safety of schoolchildren is at the center of all that we do and we will strive every day, just as we have since our beginning in 1927, to provide an unparalleled and affordable product in terms of safety, quality, durability, and serviceability. We will be easy to do business with, responsive to our customers'​ wants and needs, and provide prompt after-sale support in parts and service through a professional, high-qualified distribution network. Customer satisfaction is our top priority.

What We Stand For

We come to work every day with one common goal, to design, build, sell and service the world's finest school bus. That's what we do - no distractions, no competing priorities. We are heirs to a rich legacy, one of listening to our customers, embracing their needs, and delivering innovations that lead the market.

We commit ourselves to four driving priorities - safety, quality, durability, and serviceability. We embody the interests of every child that rides us, every driver that drives us, every service technician that services us and every district that buys us. More than a business, this work is our heritage, and we have been at it since 1927 - that's purpose driven.

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