Production Test Supervisor jobs in Long Beach, CA

About Singer :
We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.

Production Supervisor, Assembly
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Summary of Position :

Under direct leadership, the Production Supervisor is responsible for managing an assigned production team in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.” This is a dynamic position that requires the ability to manage a production schedule while driving improvements in all areas with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and delivery. Part of your role is to harbor a safe and welcoming team environment with clear goals and expectations. You are expected to set an example with your attitude, attention to detail, listening, mentoring, and communication.

Essential Duties :

• Ensures all team members are trained on operational procedures and that the team works efficiently and effectively to meet established goals

• Monitors the individual performance and behavior of assigned team members to ensure adherence with Company/departmental policies, processes, and procedures

• Uses metrics and makes recommendations to managers on ways to drive continuous improvement activities in safety, quality, delivery, and cost

• Serves as a role model and facilitates effective communication throughout the team

• Evaluates the work of assigned staff, provides feedback, and coaches and disciplines employees as needed to be sure that their performance meets job expectations

• Works with the Production Manager to prioritize staffing/resource assignments ensuring capacity for equipment and labor is planned and available to meet demand

• Communicates approved schedules to team members, approves vacation requests (so that production needs are met), and approves timecards in a timely manner to assure that submitted time is accurate

• Coordinates and agrees on weekly goals with management in alignment with business demands ensuring all areas of responsibility to be deliver on expectations; follows up directly with production manager when there are plan deviations/delays

• Provides technical expertise for complex issues and ensures effective and efficient production flow

• Accurately reports end of day production status for each vehicle build and associated parts

• Ensures that the workplace is clean, uncluttered, safe, and well organized to help reduce waste and optimize productivity (5S activities)

• Ensures that work materials and tools are present when needed and communicates with relevant parties on re-stocking in advance of shortage to reduce delays in production

• Evaluates, maintains, and coordinates equipment to uphold a safe environment and ensures consistent “right first time” quality of product; immediately reports problems or concerns regarding quality, processes, equipment and/or materials

• Works closely with other departments such as Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to improve processes and resolve issues

• Supports other functions and departments as required based on operational need

• Performs all other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six (6) or more years of supervisor or management experience

• Experience in an automotive production and/or manufacturing environment within a paint department

Skills/Abilities and Attributes :

• Skilled experience reading and interpreting part and assembly drawings, BOMs, etc.

• Experience with making, restoring, and/or creating custom automotive parts

• Experience with reading work/manufacturing orders

• Experience in reading production schedules

• Basic understanding of Lean Principles, 5S organization principles

• Experience with common MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines

• Highly motivated with strong work ethic that works well independently

• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills and can effectively communicate with other teams and departments

• Strong competency to independently apply technical judgement, troubleshoot, and solve a wide range of technical problems

• Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks effectively

• Possesses leadership skills

• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast paced work environment

Compensation:
The starting salary range for this position is between $99,000 - $120,000: per year, plus an annual bonus plan. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Benefits:
Singer employees enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.