Manufacturing Supervisor

Want to be part of a professional, caring team focused on making a difference in communities around the world? Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, SPX Cooling Tech is an innovative manufacturer of commercial HVAC and industrial cooling systems for hospitals, data centers, oil and gas refineries, power plants and process cooling facilities around the globe. Companies rely on SPX Cooling Tech’s Marley, Recold and SGS brands to provide comfort, mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

New hires at SPX Cooling Tech enjoy a supportive work environment with benefits that begin on the first day of work, including mentorship and tuition assistance, a competitive compensation and bonus plan, flexible health plan, 401(k) match, and opportunities for career advancement.

When it began as the Marley Company more than 100 years ago, SPX Cooling Tech was the first cooling tower manufacturer to pioneer cooling solutions for large industrial applications. Since then, we have worked together as a company to provide innovative solutions for iconic buildings and essential infrastructure all around. Now, SPX Cooling Tech and its brands are active in more than 80 countries, and rapidly growing organically and through acquisitions as part of SPX Tech.

With its people-centric culture, SPX Cooling Tech prides itself on attracting top talent to the industry. Apply to work with our ever-growing team and help us keep the world cool!

JOB SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this position is to oversee the day-to-day production. This “hands-on” leader will lead a team to safely manufacture quality refrigeration equipment in a clean and organized facility with a goal of ensuring all customer expectations are met and all required procedures are followed. The qualified candidate will lead by example and have the ability to train, coach, and facilitate employees in proper procedures of safety, production, troubleshooting and quality processes. 

ACTIVITIES / TASKS

• Maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Proactively address employee relations issues through a supportive environment including; coaching and on-going team-member development.
• Deliver discipline as needed in conjunction with human resources.
• Consistently address good safety practices with team members and take immediate action should there be any safety violations committed
• Ensure all tools and equipment are in working order and that they are in place and used in a safe, efficient manner
• Ensure consistent execution of job rotation through proper management and appropriate verification
• Lead assigned area in continuous improvement, while accepting full ownership for area responsibility
• Maintain manufacturing staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintain a safe and secure work environment developing personal growth opportunities
• Perform team member evaluations and corrective actions as necessary
• Initiate or suggest plans to motivate team members to achieve work goals
• Utilize proactive approach in resolving problems or conflicts
• Study production schedules and estimate worker hour requirements for completion of job assignment
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules
• Ensure that direct and indirect labor goals are met on a daily basis through strict compliance of working to the required manpower numbers
• Recommend and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
• Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist team members in solving work problems
• Maintain time and production records
• Manage scrap within assigned area to achieve program fiscal plan goals
• Ensure all Standard Operating Procedures are accurate and followed
• Use ERP system and other technology to prepare and submit reports for planning, monitoring of performance and to identify issues and opportunities for improvement 
• Perform other duties as assigned

DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proven ability to motivate others, supervise, train, and manage hourly employees and the production process
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Maintains the highest manufacturing standards, cares for equipment and tools
• Excellent planning, problem solving and attention to detail
• Strong multitasking / time management skills
• Experience and strong aptitude working in an ERP or other related systems preferred

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / CERTIFICATION

• Associate’s degree and/or equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 2-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• LEAN Manufacturing experience, preferred
• SAP experience, preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The incumbent works in a plant environment and may be exposed to bad weather, excessive heat, and/or excessive noise 
• The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• • Lifting 10 – 30 pounds
  • Bending/ stooping
  • Sitting, standing, and walking
  • Keyboarding/typing
  • Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy
  • Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally

Thank you for your interest in our company.

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