Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

SUMMARY

The Production Supervisor has to ensure that within their responsibility area the preparation and execution of the tasks are complete and according to schedule. They are also to assure the check and release of the work results are carried out according to the requests and rules of the PSI HSE and quality management system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Ensure that all PSI safety procedures, rules and regulations are followed and met

Interviews potential candidates for positions within their team

Disciplines the non- or poor-work performers

Provides positive reinforcement to above-average performers

Coordinates activities of their own team with other teams’ activities and sub-contractors

Maintain a trouble-free production environment

Maintain a safe and clean working area at all times in order to perform quality work

Leadership, instruction and control of his/her team related to efficiency and quality goals

Motivation and training of employees

Familiar with performance standards and implementation of industry best practices to achieve optimal time/costs results

Responsible for taking care of quality standards, costs and performing the work according to schedule

Daily feedback of work progress, used production hours and quality results

Guarantee the readiness of all machines and equipment in the responsibility area

Cooperate with the preparation team related to work packages, material deliveries and improvements

Perform internal inspections and present the work results to the classification organization and the building management during the official inspections

Daily safety instructions and continuous checks related to HSE requirements and cleanliness

Work execution according to the valid quality standards

Flexible cooperation with the employees in design, planning and production

Continuous manning tracking, progress reporting, and budget control and updating regularly the production data in the data systems

Planning and organization of needed transport

Order of supply storage material

Planning and defining of needed manpower

Work according to building methodology

Performs other related duties as required and assigned

COMPETENCIES

Able to communication effectively with all levels of the organization both verbal and written

Decision Making/Problem Solving

Adaptability and Organizational skills and understanding

Conflict resolution

Self-management

Thoroughness, Flexibility and Integrity

Willingness and ability to work as a team member

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY

Supervise production workers within his/her team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Successful degree of studies as mechanical engineer or naval architect is preferable with at least 3 years’ supervisory experience

5 to 15 years’ professional experience: in shipyards with shipbuilding production or ship repair, in businesses with manufacturing of heavy steel structures, in the production of pressure vessels, boilers and other quality products

Provable welding/shipbuilding technical knowledge

Several years of experience in the instruction of production teams

Several years of experience in the use of computers

Experiences with modern production machines and automated production lines, as well as modern building methods

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes and smoke.  Work may be carried on indoors or outdoors, and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions. 

*Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO FREE facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required.  Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, safety-sensitive position.  Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time or without notice.

Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants.  The recruitment, selection, employment and training of employees during employment, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement.  Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such individual.