Machine Shop/ Manufacturing Supervisor

Syntegon is a global leader in process and packaging technology. With about 5,800 colleagues in nearly 20 countries, the Syntegon Group works on intelligent and
sustainable technologies for the pharmaceutical, food and confectionary industries. Let's contribute together to ensure that people worldwide are provided with high-quality medications and safely packaged food.

Osgood Industries, LLC, is part of the Syntegon Group. At this location, in-line and rotary machines for de-nesting, filling, sealing, and capping of pre-formed plastic and paper cups and containers are designed and manufactured.

SUMMARY: Supervises and leads machine shop personnel. Works approximately 50% performing individual trade work on parts orders. Communicates company/department goals, safety practices, and deadlines to team. Motivates and trains team members and assesses performance. Provides help to management and keeps management updated on team performance. Communicates concerns and policies among management and team members. Daily responsibilities include managing cell/individual work load and shift schedules, leading daily meetings, leading improvement projects, tracking/reporting cost and improvements.

• Leads cell teams by delegating tasks, managing workload within the cell and individually, motivates and encourages team.
• Operates machinery to fulfil production orders, based on work load.
• First point of contact for operators regarding processes, questions and issues.
• Manages the daily cell production program to optimize set-ups and supports work order assignments scheduled by production department to machines and operators, appropriately assigns personnel to flex according to work load.
• Ensures on time delivery for the production orders with expected quality, at or below expected cost.
• Effectively runs weekly stand-up meetings to present information and get feedback/questions.
• Positively communicates strategies and company information.
• Develops strategies to promote team member adherence to company regulations and performance goals.
• Addresses performance issues within the team, assist management with hiring processes and training.
• Monitors goals and specific KPIs for the cells.
• Analyzes, defines and implements counter measures for KPI deviations.
• Provides quality internal customer service, including interacting with internal customers, answering enquiries and effectively handling complaints.
• Manages raw materials, tools, gauges and 6S program for the work area.
• Actively engages in determining and implementing MFG strategy.
• Actively drives continuous improvement process and implementations.
• Supports leads and performs lead duties when lead is not present.
• Creates and maintains a high quality, teamwork, environment so team members are motivated to perform at their highest level.
• Ensures a clean working environment throughout the department at all times.
• Expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.
• Recommend tooling fixtures required to increase productivity. Oversee implementation of said tooling and fixtures. Design special tooling and fixtures as required for effective production.
• When necessary, assist production control in developing work orders.
• Address disciplinary and/or performance problems according to company policy.
• Ensures employees have appropriate training and other resources to perform their jobs to comply with company, government, and customer policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Addresses safety issues for the department as they occur and assures compliance with company and OSHA safety rules and standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises machine shop personnel. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; resolving problems and recommending termination as necessary.

• Must possess 2 years of vocational training or a technical diploma in CNC machining processes and programming plus at least 5 years of work experience as a machinist OR have a minimum of 7 years of overall experience working with CNC machining processes and programming in a Machine Shop environment including the ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Must have a minimum of 2 years functioning in a Supervisory or Leadership capacity in a manufacturing environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent leadership and decision making skills.
• Expert technical knowledge of machinery and tool capabilities.
• Expert in manufacturing process and set up optimization.
• Hands-on operator, works without supervision.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, including ability to communicate effectively to the intended audience.
• MS Office skills, specifically Word and Excel skills
• 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: Ability to lead change, with enthusiasm and a positive approach; Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming, complaining or making excuses; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Business Acumen: Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability and works within budgets.
• Self-Management: Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Displays willingness to make decisions while exhibiting sound judgment and reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful/respectful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Follows through on commitments.

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Initiatives

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

NOTE: All official Syntegon job postings can be found at www.syntegon.com. Successful candidates asked to participate in the hiring process should expect to speak to the hiring team by telephone and in person at one of our Syntegon office locations (Decatur, Oldsmar, Raleigh, New Richmond, Minneapolis and Allendale) prior to the job offer.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $80,000 - $90,000/year based on a full-time schedule.

Compensation for roles at Syntegon varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At Syntegon, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at Syntegon include salary bonus (if applicable) benefits.

The welfare of our employees’ matters to us. Therefore, Syntegon offers a generous and attractive benefits package that meets our employees’ needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k) – attractive employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance – Employer paid
• Identity Theft Insurance – Employer Paid
• Education Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Syntegon Technology is a proud supporter of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) initiatives:

• FIRST Robotics (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology)
• AWIM (A World In Motion)

By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.
We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.