Production Supervisor/Manager

Kelly Engineering is seeking experienced Production/Operations Supervisors on 1st and 2nd shift for our client in Palatine, IL, who will provide tactical leadership and further develop our people. To be successful you must lead the operational plan of people, equipment, and material. As barriers arise you will steer the team through critical real-time decisions which fulfill the plan’s intent while respecting our shared safety and quality expectations. Come join our team and create iconic grills in Chicago’s backyard!!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Analyzes work orders and blueprints to determine information such as material to be used, type of operations and sequence of operations required.
• Requisitions dies, fixtures and material.
• Examines defective machinery to determine cause of malfunction and reports need for machine repairs.
• Sets up and operates machines to make test runs and experimental products.
• Inspects work in progress and finished products.
• Studies production schedules and estimates worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment.
• Collects data relative to production, scrap, rework and efficiency. Maintains appropriate records.
• Coaches employees in the proper performance of their jobs. Monitors performance and gives appropriate feedback.
• Implements company policies, enforces safety regulations and conducts disciplinary sessions.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product and EBIT drivers.
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, work crew and foster employee empowerment.
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals.
• Assist in maintaining time and production records.
• Conducts communication meeting with department.
• Investigates employee issues and recommends resolutions.
• Confers with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments.
• Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Competencies:

• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university (Engineering preferred); or 1-2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education & experience.
• Supervisor is responsible for the direction, coordination and evaluation of the Fabrication department staff. Plans, assigns and directs work and applies companies policies.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Job Type: Permanent opportunity

Salary Range: 90-97K Base

Shift Schedule (Palatine, IL location):

• (1) on 1st shift (8am-5pm, M-F)
• (2) on 2nd shift (3pm-12am, M-F)

Why Kelly®?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. With Kelly® Engineering, our experts connect you with leading organizations where you can learn and grow, collaborate on innovative projects, and keep your skills sharp with top technology. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects, or are looking for something more long-term, we’re here every step of the way to find your dream engineering job.

About Kelly®

At Kelly, we’re always thinking about what’s next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we’re a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of benefits?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.

Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Kelly will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Kelly in advance.