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SUMMARY:

As a key member of the Operations team, the Production Supervisor leads and manages the daily operations of their assigned team of process technicians by complying with safety standards, optimizing quality and productivity outputs in accordance with business goals. Responsibilities include fostering a safe and productive work environment for their team and manufacturing areas by meeting Hydro and local Health, Environmental, Safety and Housekeeping standards - secured by following both internal and external standards.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain and promote a safe work environment and safe work practices by observing and enforcing all applicable EHS rules, including the 5S standard.

• Supervise the team to produce manufactured products; organize and monitor workflow.
• Accomplish manufacturing results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, and counseling employees; and initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Be a visible leader: Maintain and promote safe work environment and safe work practices, act as a resource for team member questions, analyze situations and take proactive decisions as needed.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and/or utilize resources to be an avid team player. 
• Perform administrative functions: Incident’s reporting, Evaluations, SAP notifications, Audits, etc.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting and applying the AMBS principles such as deviation handling and problem solving.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: 

• Team lead/Supervisor experience in Manufacturing; knowledge of molten metal background a plus. Technical background or maintenance experience is a plus.
• Intermediate Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required
• Ability to learn Hydro internal systems such as SAP, ERP / MEC system, Inosa, Sinergy, etc.
• Leadership experience directing a team of hourly employees is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in front of employees and stakeholders of the organization.
• High School Diploma/ GED is required; college degree or trade certification is preferred.

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.