Coupling Shop Supervisor

Summary Of Duties

- Deploy company safety program as first priority.

- Leads an assigned workforce comprised of unskilled and semi-skilled labor in the coupling shop.

- Directs workforce to adhere to all applicable work instructions, specifications and work order requirements.

- Drives for Continuous Improvement in all aspects of the area through Vallourec management system seeking ways to increase productivity, profitability, and elimination of waste.

- Assures that all jobs are completed in proper priority to meet production schedule.

- Responsible for resolving daily problems that delay the scheduled work.

- Accountable for ensuring all work performed maintains a high standard of quality and meets all Company and Customer requirements.

- Responsible for using KPI’s to drive business results.

- Responsible for assigning work according to priority and complexity to maximize efficiency, quality standards and productivity.

- Performs appraisals on all assigned personnel as scheduled.

- Ability to perform structured problem solving, root cause analysis and failure investigation.

- Responsible for adhering to and reporting on budget compliance.

- Leads in the training, qualification, and development of personnel under his/her responsibility and makes recommendations on personnel actions such as promotions, merit increases, and disciplinary actions.

- Leads in the implementation and cooperation of all Quality, Health, Safety, & Environment (QHS&E) topics for the wellbeing of all employees.

- Responsible for rejects and failing processes for assigned area, and must direct or participate, as applicable, in corrective action.

- Continually expand knowledge of work procedures.

- Engage in annual educational opportunities as provided by Vallourec University or AMA for professional development.

- Coordinate with maintenance to make repairs and/or reduce hazards in a timely manner.

- Investigate accidents or injuries and prepare reports of findings.

- Leads and participates in Continuous Improvement Teams and their action plan.

- Provide support to Management for special projects as requested, including transversal projects covering all production.

- Must follow all company policies, practices and regulations to include Safety and Quality.

- Any other duties as assigned.

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Requirements

- Preferred Associate’s Degree but, would consider equivalent industry or military experience for the right candidate who shows the willingness to work on continuing education.

- Ability to manage hourly employees, lead teams, and cooperate with cross functional departments.

- Must produce accurate reports.

- Familiar with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, preferably SAP.

- Working knowledge of Lean Mfg., and TPM principals or the strong desire to learn them.

- Working knowledge of purchasing, maintenance, and production.

- Strong Metal cutting background preferred

- Could be required to work 12 hours per day and weekends

- Some local or regional travel might be required

- Microsoft Business Programs experience

- Time Management with strong organizational skills.

- Ability to read, write and speak well in English and possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to understand and execute instructions aided by strong organizational skills to meet deadlines.

- Must be able to pass applicable testing as required.