Production Supervisor - Acme Abrasive

Warren, MI 48089

About the Job

Acme Abrasive is the 4th US manufacturing facility within the Tyrolit Group of companies. Acme produces high-quality Hot-Pressed Conditioning Wheels and Snagging Wheels used in the manufacture and processing of metals.

Tyrolit is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of grinding and dressing tools as well as a system provider for the construction industry. Since 1919, our innovative tools have made an important contribution to the technological development in many industries. Tyrolit offers tailored grinding solutions for various applications, as well as a comprehensive assortment of standard tools for customers all over the world.

Headquartered in Schwaz (Austria), the family-owned business combines the strengths of being a part of the dynamic Swarovski Group with a century’s worth of individual corporate and technological experience.

Acme Abrasive is looking for a Production Supervisor. The position will require you to:

Manage a production team ensuring productivity standards are achieved ensuring the smooth running of the production processes.
Ensure quality specifications are met for all product produced.
Have a strong machining and mechanical ability to trouble shoot problems independently.
Ensure that all team members can identify root causes and take fast effective action to resolve problems.
Manage, develop and motivate direct reporting staff ensuring expectations are met.
Monitor, measure and report on production related process performance, general issues.
Ensure good communication is given either verbally or written to all members of staff.
Ensure that Health and Safety rules and regulations are followed.
Work closely with other Supervisors to ensure production workflow through effective communications tools.
Ensure that the training skills are met.
Use lean methodology to improve the production throughput.
Play an active role in the company's continuous improvement plan to achieve plans for future growth within the company.
Maintain housekeeping standards to ensure a clean and safe workplace.
Incorporate new manufacturing methods or processes to improve existing operations.
Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness.
Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing.

To qualify you must have:

Experience evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and machinery.
Minimum of 4 years managing and leading people in a manufacturing production environment.
Manufacturing degree or equivalent experience.
Working knowledge of 5S, Six sigma, Lean manufacturing principles, and Root cause and corrective action
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong organization and management skills.
High level of technical expertise.
Strong analytical thinker.

Source : Acme Abrasive