.Company / Location InformationWe are one of the world's leading manufacturers of water heating and water treatment technologies. We are a $3.5 billion company with 140+ years of history and employ more than 12,000 individuals globally who pride themselves on providing the world with innovative water technology. We are committed to Continuous Improvement, not just in our factories or processes, but in our people.Primary FunctionResponsible for the efficient operation of the Manufacturing Department, the direction of the plant workforce, and the meeting of daily production schedules. Supervises and coordinates activities of Leaders and workers. Verifies correct manufacturing processes are adhered to. Works with other operators, engineers, and quality personnel to identify and resolve potential customer issues.ResponsibilitiesInterpret and enforce company policies and procedures to Leaders and Operators.Establish a safe workplace through employee involvement.Notify Human Resources of emergencies and employees needing first aid.Investigate all injuries; provide support on implementation of suggested corrective procedures.Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.Timely notification of scheduled hours to leaders and employees.Complete employee time, absenteeism, and vacation paperwork or systems in a timely manner.Develop and promote positive relations with employees through effective communication of company policies and procedures.Investigate conflicts and discipline personnel within the Manufacturing Department.Coordinate and implement the cross-training program, the manufacturing training program, and departmental rotation plans.Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist Leaders in solving work problems.Inspect products to verify conformance to specifications; analyze all nonconformances for root cause and implement corrective procedures.Confer with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.Study production schedules, estimate man-hours requirements for completion of job assignments, and make appropriate action plans.Timely completion of all manufacturing production schedules including subassemblies, service requirements, and other department requests.Ensure product quality in accordance with established Company guidelines and/or specifications.Role Specific ResponsibilitiesInterpret specifications, drawings, and job orders to workers, and assign duties.Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew and motivate employees to achieve work goals.Supervise and direct Leaders to efficiently meet production schedules through the use of available manpower.Report and maintain production records.Complete and utilize all manufacturing forms and paperwork
