RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reporting to the Value Stream Leader, this role is responsible for managing a talented and diverse team. One of the most important goals of the Production Supervisor is to properly organize and direct the production staff to achieve a satisfactory workflow. They must also identify areas for improvement and organize training opportunities for their team.  This position is a working Supervisor who will be working side-by-side with their crew.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Supervising operations within the facility to achieve higher output
• Organizing training and educational manuals for the production team
• Assisting in the recruitment and onboarding of new hires
• Develops, implements, and enforces operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality and revenue.
• Organizing, monitoring, and prioritizing tasks to meet production goals
• Evaluating various stations of the production operation to ensure optimum efficiency
• Accomplishes manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of manufacturing tools and equipment
• Computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent organization, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong work ethic
• Ability to create and adhere to production processes
• Ability to write reports legibly and accurately
• Relevant training and certification in industrial production, engineering, or any related field

EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:

• Associates degree or 7-10 years relevant experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree plus 1-3 years relevant experience or 5-7 years relevant experience required 
• Direct experience in a manufacturing plant and at least 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role

WORK CONDITIONS: 

• Office and manufacturing facility environment
• Occasional periods of standing or sitting for extended periods of time
• Required wearing of appropriate PPE
• Exposure to hot/cold weather and loud noises in a production environment
• Frequent computer and telephone use
• Frequent communication with people throughout the day

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Blue Bird’s winning culture is fueled by our ability to respect, encourage, celebrate and embrace the unique perspectives of all of our employees.  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer who is committed to providing all of our employees with a work environment free of discrimination or harassment.  We base our employment decisions on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national, social or ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.  

 Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.