Floor Assembly Supervisor jobs in Pasco, WA

Assembly Supervisor

Would you like to work in an international environment where you’ll make a difference every day? At Permobil, we’re looking for game-changers to join us as we innovate for individuals and develop the world’s most advanced assistive solutions.

At Permobil, the people who use our products come first. Our purpose is to create advanced assistive solutions that make the lives of adults and children living with disabilities more enriching. Our people are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver innovations that improve lives. We are a sustainable and responsible business committed to continuous improvement, and our customers can trust us to provide market-leading solutions driven by insights-based clinical data.

Our "xx" department in "xx location" is now looking for a Assembly Supervisor. The Assembly Supervisor will follow the direction of the Assembly Manager to effectively lead the production team to meet Safety, Quality and Production goals. They will work cross-functionally and maintain good working relationships with peers, subordinates, and other departments.

Key Tasks

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  Receives predetermined work assignments that are subject to a moderate level of control and review. Directs team members to complete assignments using established guidelines, procedures and policies.
• Interacts daily with subordinates and/or functional peer groups. Interaction normally involves exchange or presentation of factual information.
• Provides immediate supervision to a unit or group of employees, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals, and maintaining schedules. A portion of time is normally spent performing individual tasks related to the unit or sub-unit. Generally, supervises semi-skilled employees (e.g., assemblers, operators, clerical).
• Works on issues of limited scope. Follows established practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Monitors daily operations of a unit or sub-unit. Requires full knowledge of own area of functional responsibility.
• Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may cause delays in schedules.
• Effectively lead and manage daily manufacturing of assigned department.
• Maintain production schedules, ensure daily and weekly production and quality levels are met, and ensure safe work practices are being followed.
• Ensure effective employee relations; Maintain a positive work environment through professional, courteous, and respectful communication and behavior.
• Effectively manage employee performance by training, coaching and development. Resolve employee issues through good conflict resolution techniques.
• Assist in making employment-related decisions.
• Ensure products meet or exceed customer requirements.
• Proactively identify potential problems and/or discrepancies. When issues occur, perform effective analysis of root cause and make recommendation of remedy. Consult with management and engineering to correct defective products and/or processes.
• Manage performance measures, visual controls, and provide regular progress reports to manager.
• Perform accident and incident investigations.
• Track absenteeism and timekeeping.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Duties and responsibilities may be changed from time to time.

Why Permobil is a great next step for you!

1. You’ll make a difference. Every day

Everything we do leads to understanding and improving the lives of our users. Through our evidence-based innovation, we make a difference to people’s lives.

2. You’ll make your mark as part of our future

We collaborate with colleagues across borders to Innovate for Individuals. The impact you make personally could lead change around the world.

3. You’ll feel welcome from day one

We’re known for being great colleagues, who are collaborative, fun and at the cutting-edge. Everyone in the Permobil family cares as much as you do about making a positive difference.

Qualifications:

• Strong desire to learn and/or improve supervision experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to positively lead and mentor employees to meet production, quality and safety goals.
• Ability to positively and effectively communicate across all levels within the organization.
• Proficiency in the English language (written and oral).
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to stand for 8 to 10 hours.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, squat, grasp, and work with tools above shoulder level.
• Good hand and eye coordination and ability to see fine details.
• Fine finger and wrist manipulation.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods.

Your Background

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  Bachelor's Degree in Business, or related technical field desired. Proven leadership experience may substitute for degree.

• 2 years of manufacturing experience with at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory position, preferably manufacturing, durable medical equipment, or similar products.

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More about Permobil

Permobil founder Dr. Per Uddén believed that helping people achieve the greatest level of independence is a basic human right and, for over 50 years, Permobil has held fast to that belief. Permobil is a global leader in advanced rehabilitation technology, passionate about better understanding our users’ needs and improving their quality of life through state-of-the-art healthcare solutions. Today, those solutions include power wheelchairs, seating and positioning products, power assist, and manual wheelchairs.

Permobil is part of Patricia Industries, a subsidiary of Investor AB, and is headquartered in Sweden. Permobil has 1600 team members in more than 15 countries around the world. For more information regarding the company’s storied history and complete product line, visit permobil.com.

Fun facts about us: One of our products was 1 of 100 best inventions in Time magazine in 2021
https://time.com/collection/best-inventions-2021/
https://time.com/collection/best-inventions-2021/6112517/permobil-explorer-mini/