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Production Supervisor Module (Pitman Day Shift)

Silfab Solar · Fort Mill, SC

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Level
Supervisor
Team
Production
Experience asked
3+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
12 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level production role at Silfab Solar (industrial) in Fort Mill, SC. Team- and customer-oriented.

They ask for
3+ years
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma

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How this role compares

Against 24 other live production postings in South Carolina.

Experience asked
Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 92%
  • ✓ Lean 44%
  • 5S 32%
  • EHS / safety 24%
  • SAP 20%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Silfab Solar

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  2. 2

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  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

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  4. 4

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This plant: Silfab Solar in Fort Mill

6 other open roles at this site.

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Ensure all operations staff are following and executing all operations and equipment safely.
  • ◆Oversee and provide constant training and technical assistance to all operation staff ensuring they are trained in and are following all work instructions and best practices.
  • ◆Report on any defective/non-conforming product.
  • ◆Perform quality control as required by the work instructions and as instructed by the production and quality leaders and staff.
  • ◆Ensure traceability of the product and its components through proper use of the Data Collection System and ensuring that the system is always active and functional.
  • ◆Adherence to maintain Production schedules/Plan. Achieve and update the production KPIs.
  • ◆Check the minimum stock of raw materials in production necessary to fulfill the production schedule, refilling and ordering as required.
  • ◆Work with the Maintenance Technician to resolve maintenance problems, following all procedures. Maximize the up time of the equipment.
  • ◆Meet with the Lead Hands and Production Supervisor of the previous and subsequent shifts, transferring information about problems and solutions implemented during their shift.
  • ◆Inform the Production Manager about issues regarding production, quality, process and/or organization of personnel or resources immediately upon observation.
  • ◆Exposure of working with Lean Manufacturing tools and six sigma tools.
  • ◆Propose improvements to all procedures and processes to improve yield and uptime of production processes and all relevant equipment.
  • ◆Maintain the ability to perform all tasks associated with the production of the product, and substitute for any operation staff in any area during breaks and/or absences with the shift.
  • ◆Work overtime as required.
  • ◆Minimize the risk of accidents and quality issues.
  • ◆Maximize the technical knowledge and engagement of the operations staff.
  • ◆Achieve the production goals and improvements outlined by the Production Manager
  • ◆Develop the spirit of cooperation on their shift.
  • ◆Communicate company information to their shift as required.
  • ◆Work with other teams to ensure improvements and efficiencies are being maximized across the organization.
  • ◆Complete other tasks as required and/or directed by management.

Education and/or Experience

  • ✓High School diploma or equivalent
  • ✓3+ years of production experience
  • ✓Knowledge of process improvement, budgeting, and production standards

Preferred Qualifications

  • ✓5 years of experience as a production supervisor at a manufacturing plant
  • ✓Experience with production planning, controls, and instrumentation
  • ✓Experience with MRP and/or ERP systems
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Summary of Position

Manages production during a given shift—overseeing the staff, ensuring quality control, monitoring equipment, and handling all other day-to-day aspects of production.

Skills

  • •Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • •Hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity
  • •Exceptional organizational and time management skills
  • •Problem-solving skills

Traits

  • •Commitment to continuous learning
  • •Team- and customer-oriented
  • •Attention to detail.
  • •The ability to head a team successfully and resolve issues relating to personnel quickly and efficiently.
  • •Ability to work flexible and/or rotating shifts.

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