Fabrication Production Supervisor

KEES Inc. has been a leader in manufacturing HVAC and architectural sheet metal products for 50 years. Microsoft, Frito-Lay, John Deere, Marriott, Ford, Yale University, and many others trust us to provide what they need. We take pride in the high quality of our products and services and the ability to build relationships with our clients, and our people.

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for the oversight of the Press Brakes, Turrets, Saws, Lasers, Shears and other machinery departments. The supervisor will be tasked with the scheduling of products and employees in these departments as well as other supervisor responsibilities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

- Organize, lead, and supervise department employees; solving problems before they develop

- Scheduling of products and employees

- Lead processes and workload under direction of Shop Manager

- Manage orders to be completed in full and on time

- Have efficient communication with Shop Manager on progress with work orders

- Work with the shop to achieve maximum efficiency with complete and on-time deliveries

- Provide assistance, coaching and guidance to employees to accomplish daily tasks and goals

- Enforce policies, procedures and ensure compliance with safety

- Identify issues and concerns in efficiency and suggest improvements

- Set expectations and hold employees accountable

- Evaluate employee performance, administer employee discipline as needed

- Review of production output according to specifications

- Oversee and coach employees to provide the tools needed to be successful

- Analyze and resolve work related problems or assist workers in solving work related problems

- Lead continuous improvement projects

- Other responsibilities as assigned by manager·

REQUIREMENTS

- Lead/supervisor experience

- Sheet Metal Fabrication experience required

- Comfortable using a forklift (previous forklift experience preferred)

- Candidate must have a good work history

- Self-motivated, self-directed team player and team builder

- Able to understand and follow written and/or verbal instructions, have good communication skills (verbal and written), and be detail oriented

- Skilled in organization

- Strong computer skills

- Ability to solve problems

- Experienced in conflict resolution

- Handle multitasking and prioritizing

- Possess interpersonal and communication skills

- Previous Union experience is a plus

- Technical Skills: Familiar with CNC controls and reading Blueprints

- Experience with robotics and other types of automation

- A minimum of 3 years Manufacturing Management experience (Sheet metal fabrication experience is a plus).

- A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

- Able to lift 50+ pounds

- Capable of standing for extended periods of time

- Must actively engage in safe working practices

- Must be able to tolerate hot working conditions and loud environment

- Ability to climb stairs and/or ladders to inspect equipment at variable heights

- Ability to meet basic requirements as stated in the OSHA standards

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- 401(k) matching

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Health savings account

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Referral program

- Vision insurance

Work Location: In person