We are looking for an experienced Foreman 2nd shift to oversee our production operations and run one of our critical processes. You’ll guarantee that manufacturing remains a smooth and efficient process by monitoring employees and organizing workflows.
In a fast-paced environment like production, the Foreman is an integral part of the manufacturing process. They must be competent and comprehend complex operations. You should also be able to optimize day-to-day activities while minimizing the costs.
The goal is to ensure that production processes deliver products of maximum quality in a profitable manner. You also will oversee parts of our quality processes in your day to day work.
Responsibilities
- Communicate daily/weekly/monthly objectives to employees on the shop floor
- Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules
- Oversee and coach employees
- Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance
- Operate production equipment
- Check production output according to specifications
- Submit reports on performance and progress
- Store products and materials
- Change over machinery for different types of products
- Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements
- Train new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow procedures
- Transfer equipment manually or with forklift trucks
- Read blueprints and instructions to comprehend the quality expectations for the product
- Use automated systems to perform complex testing procedures
- Maintain records of testing, information and various metrics such as number of defective products per day etc.
- Keep the worksite clean to avoid hazards
- Enforce strict safety guidelines and company standards
Requirements and skills
- Proven experience as Production Supervisor or similar role
- Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools
- Advanced skills in MS Office
- Organizational and leadership abilities
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
- Problem-solving skills
- A great understanding of work optimization techniques
- Ability to operate forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and other warehouse equipment
- Team player with organizational skills
- Ability to lift or move heavy products
- A keen eye for detail and a results-driven approach
- Responsible and trustworthy
- Familiarity with quality testing machines and systems is an advantage
- Working knowledge of MS Office
- Good knowledge of the applicable safety regulations and procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High School Diploma; Degree in a technical, engineering or relevant field will be an advantage
Interested in working with us on the next success story? We’d be delighted to receive your application!
Please send your application to:
Schwihag Track and Switch Technology Inc., USA
Felix Freymann
Felix.Freymann@schwihag.com
