Production Supervisor

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For over 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.  

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Job Title:

Production Supervisor

Pay Grade:

M1

Job Description:

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESS

Building cities. Driving commerce. Saving lives. For nearly 100 years, Allison Transmission has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.

What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we’re driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide.

This is an exciting opportunity in Indianapolis, IN for a Production Supervisor.

Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!

Summary:

Responsible for the supervision of a medium to large group of employees involved in plant production operations.  Apply Lean Manufacturing and Total Productive Maintenance techniques to continually improve the operational metrics of the area.  Work is generally of a technical nature with the ability to make decisions within the limits of general standards and practices; and involves using initiative in decision making.

Responsibilities:

·       Participates in the training and development of new employees.

·       Manages personnel, material, and equipment safely and effectively.

·       Meets production cost, schedules, and quality requirements through the utilization of established manufacturing processes and methods. 

·       Facilitates floor operations and removes barriers for employees to meet measurable objectives.

·       Implements and maintains Total Productive Maintenance (TPM).

·       Align with the terms of the labor agreement.

·       Follows and implements company policy.

·       Maintains frequent contact with others outside the work group.

·       Keeps management informed of developments as they occur.

·       Provides a physical presence in the workplace.

Experience:

•        Required Education: Associate degree or equivalent experience
•        Minimum 3 years’ experience required.
•        Knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures.
•        Knowledge of basic math.
•        Oral and written communication skills.
•        Knowledge of basic technology of area where assigned.
•        Knowledge of scheduling and other management systems.
•        Analytical ability for solving complex problems.
•        Interpersonal skills to work effectively with others, motivate employees and elicit work output.
•        Knowledge of safety and environmental practices.
•        Knowledge of quality control procedures.
•        Strong computer skills.
•        Ability to adapt to changes in responsibility based on business needs.
•        Willing to work any shift assigned.

Primary Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Additional Locations:

Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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