Manufacturing Shift Supervisor (2nd Shift) Saginaw, MI (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=628+N.+Hamilton+Street+Saginaw+MI+USA+48602) • Manufacturing Job Type Full-time Description POSITION SUMMARY: This position is with Linear Motion, LLC (Thomson Aerospace and Defense) in Saginaw, MI. Linear Motion, LLC designs, manufactures and supports critical systems and components for commercial and military aircraft as well as for industrial applications. The product range includes ball screws, mechanical sub-systems, and electro-mechanical actuators. The Manufacturing Supervisor will be a leader in implementing lean manufacturing techniques and principles in order to maximize manufacturing potential. The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for directing employees and executing production work to meet customer requirements and deadlines, as well as utilize problem solving methods to identify root cause and implement meaningful and effective corrective measures. This position is highly visible to all levels of the company and has great potential for growth for making improvements in safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity. Requirements SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES: + Directs and develops production employees + Effectively continuously communicates with associates + Performs formal annual performance appraisals and skills assessments + Administers the work rules and collective bargaining agreement in a fair and efficient manner + Monitors quality and quality of work, auditing required paperwork and documentation + Leads and communicates continuous improvement in manufacturing methods and quality, interfacing with all levels in the organization and implements lean manufacturing techniques and tools + Troubleshoots Machining and Assembly issues utilizing internal resources + Analyzes and plans work force utilization following the collective bargaining agreement + Executes production work to meet customer requirements + Works and Communicates with the Day shift supervisors setting day to day and long term expectations QUALIFICATIONS: + Minimum of three years manufacturing supervisory experience + Must be able to work afternoon shift, including some weekends + Enterprise Resource Planning and Microsoft Excel + Due to ITAR regulations, must be a U.S. Person Preferred Qualifications + BSME or business-related degree + CNC programming and machining, precision grinding, heat treat, and assembly operations + Unionized environment supervisory experience + Lean Manufacturing Certification Language, Math, and Reasoning Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings, set-up sheets, travelers, procedure manuals, and government regulations. Possess a strong geometric/trigonometric mathematical understanding. Computer Skills: Must be able to use the computer and computer software as required by the job. Must be proficient in MS Office applications. Basic understanding of code (VBA, C#, C++, etc.) is preferred. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job including walking, standing, twisting, turning, bending, seeing, and climbing. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position is in a standard manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to moving mechanical equipment. The noise levels are frequently moderate to loud. Safety glasses and safety shoes (steel-toed) are required throughout the shop floor. Hearing protection is recommended in certain areas... Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees are required to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Salary Description $70,000 to $80,000