Production Supervisor

This position is responsible for managing one or more manufacturing cells at the Otis Elevator facility located in Florence, SC on 1st shift. This position will manage the production planning, staffing, and day-to-day manufacturing operations for assigned cell(s) and monitor production orders and schedules to ensure products and scheduled delivery dates are met. Additionally, this position is responsible for the cell meeting quality, delivery and EH&S goals. The ideal candidate must have experience in effectively leading a team and good understanding of lean principles.

Experience/Qualifications

• Effective communication (both written and verbally) and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint & Word)
• Demonstration of sound leadership skills with a sense of urgency to obtain results
• Ability to motivate, coach, and lead hourly employees
• Ability to effectively work cross-functionally with various groups including, Materials, Purchasing, Supply Management, Engineering, Contract Logistics Center, Finance, HR, EH&S, and IT
• Have a good understanding of lean principles and value stream ownership
• Must have a good understanding of market changes and experience with new product launches
• Person must be willing & able to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Flexibility to cross training across several product lines
• Basic understanding of electrical assembly and sheet metal fabrication a plus
• Understand sheet metal machining and have experience with TRUMPF punch press and brake press machines preferred
• Be a voice for Continuous Improvement (our business operating system) and train team members while completing daily tasks
• Strong time management and organization skills; ideal candidate aims to improve and meet stretch goals with a positive attitude continuously.

Education / Certifications

• AA/AS degree with 5 to 10 years’ experience
• BA/BS degree with 4 to 7 years’ experience
• MA/MS degree with 2 to 5 years’ experience

Otis is the world’s largest elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service business. We serve customers in over 200 countries and territories worldwide and maintain more than 2 million elevators and escalators globally. Our Gen3® elevator system, energy-saving ReGen™ drive technology, and Link escalator solutions have set industry standards for innovation and performance. Otis has more than 68,000 employees, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians. We are proud to be a global team that continues to rise to the challenges of a fast-moving, high-performance company. Together, the people of Otis are creating new ideas and opportunities by collaborating across time zones, geographies, and cultures to better serve our customers. So just imagine where you can take your career!

Otis Elevator is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Florence, SC 29501: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Facilities maintenance: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location