Production Supervisor

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Lead Shift Leader is accountable for providing support for our Production Shift Leader and personnel within a rotating shift environment. The Lead Shift Leader is expected to understand what is necessary for the Shift Leader and Group Leaders to successfully grow and develop. The Lead Shift Leader also manages and oversees all rotation operations in a manner that enhances the plant’s safety, engagement, cost, productivity, efficiency, quality, and customer service. The Lead Shift Leaders is expected to drive continuous improvement (Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies) efforts brought up on shift all the way through to completion.

Reports to : Complex Leader

Span of Control : 2 salaried supervisors and 100+ primary employees

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lives the Safety stand, adhere to the safety responsibilities.

Ensure a safe work environment through strict adherence to OC safety policies and procedures

Educate and coach Shift Leaders on safe operating procedures and behaviors, and provide reinforcement and feedback where appropriate to drive desired behaviors

Effectively communicate Owens Corning’s stand on safety throughout the Operations Department to ensure employees believe in and behave in a manner that supports our stand that all accidents are preventable, safety is everyone’s responsibility, and that working safely is a condition of employment at Owens Corning

Drive Continuous improvement in the areas of Safety and Housekeeping

2. Customer Satisfaction and Quality Commitments

Understand and communicate customer expectations throughout the Operations Department, and ensure all products meet customer standards and requirements

Develop Shift Leader and Group Leader knowledge around customer FFU’s

Develop Standard Work for areas that directly correlate to Quality

Develop Shift Leader and Group Leader knowledge of process verification through IP21

Perform root cause analysis with the involvement of operators on all quality issues

Train Shift Leaders on problem solving skills, and coach through resolution

Participate in customer visits (both onsite and at customer locations) to better understand customer needs and requirements

3. Lead and develop talent.

Enforce accountability for corporate policies and procedures

Provide candid feedback on expectations and performance to Shift Leaders and Group Leaders

Actively participate in Training Qualifications and Opportunities

Develop Performance Plans for Shift Leaders

Establish an engaged workforces characterized by mutual trust, open communication, teamwork and recognition

Provide vacation coverage for shift leaders as necessary

4. Achieve plant cost targets.

Leverage standard work to minimize variation and waste

Develop rework plans and a reporting system

Drive waste costs down by standardizing job changes

Overtime Data collection and analysis

Troubleshoot issues to get to root causes and corrective actions

Execute on TPM strategies at the plant

5. Execute administrative processes.

Verify payroll records using Kronos

Drive Overtime needs to a minimum

Create work notifications for outstanding issues (corrective actions or proactive measures)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum 3-5 years of work experience in manufacturing, industrial, or related environment required.

Minimum 3-5 years of leadership / supervisory experience preferred.

Minimum 1-3 years experience as an Owens Corning Insulation Shift Leader preferred.

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field preferred or equivalent work experience.

EXPERIENCE :

Union experience required.

Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

Ability to travel, as required (0 - 5%).

Computer Proficiency; AspenTech, MS Excel, MS Word, Kronos, SAP & IPOP

Process and Mechanical Aptitude

Ability to coach and drive results through others.

Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of management and all primary employees.

Possesses strong business and financial acumen.

Ability to effectively drive for results in a union environment.

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About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com .

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.