Supervisor en Engine Power Components, Inc.

Hours: Full time, salaried position; openings on second (2) shift 3pm - 11pm

Location: Grand Haven, MI

Overview:

Engine Power Components manufactures the heart of the internal combustion engine—camshafts—for a worldwide customer base. We are seeking a shift supervisor to join our production team. If you are passionate about production and eager to be a front-line leader for our employees, this opportunity is for you!

Purpose:

• The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production operations within the automotive manufacturing facility. This role ensures that safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives are met while leading, developing, and motivating a team of production employees. The Supervisor will drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensure adherence to company policies, and support operational excellence across all shifts.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise production team members, including training, development, performance evaluations, coaching, disciplinary action, and policy enforcement.
• Plan and coordinate daily shift operations, including scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation.
• Monitor production performance, track key metrics (output, scrap, downtime, OEE, on-time delivery), and present results to management.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and standard operating procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen events, 5S, and Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Partner with maintenance, quality, and engineering to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
• Serve as a visible, hands-on leader on the production floor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles,
• Specific knowledge of camshaft manufacturing processes and department workflows
• Specific and demonstrated knowledge of common motivational and associate development techniques.
• Specific knowledge of and ability to perform public speaking tasks.
• Verbal and written English communication skills to internal contact standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and manufacturing reporting systems (ERP/MES).
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends, as required

Basic Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Successful completion of post-offer drug and alcohol test and criminal background check.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Salary Range:

• Market-competitive salary varies based on skills and experience.

Benefits:

• Health and dental insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Competitive paid vacation.
• 401(k) plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.

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Engine Power Components, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.