Supervisor, Production

About the role

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

About the role

Responsible for the supervision of operational activities in accordance with departmental policies, procedures, and standards to achieve established production schedules and desired quality levels in a safe manner.

The most successful supervisor motivates employees to resolve issues and make good decisions in order to meet departmental and plant goals in the areas of safety, quality and production. Together with your team you will promote a clean safe work area while continuously checking for hazardous conditions and ensure policies, programs and standard work procedures are followed to meet production goals.

This position is on 2nd shift at our Goshen, IN facility, Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday overtime.

Key Accountabilities

• Promote clean, safe work areas throughout the plant by continuously checking for hazardous conditions.
• Achieve departmental, plant, and corporate goals for safety, quality, and productivity.
• Supervise the activities and personnel engaged in manufacturing of products within their assigned department and shift.
• Create, maintain, and audit Standard Work.
• Interpret, apply, and/or consistently enforce all company policies, programs, rules, regulations, and safety rules.
• Lead production employees in continuous improvement activities.
• Develop, direct, and manage manufacturing personnel and train them to properly utilize all equipment and tools.

Characteristics & Attributes

• Ensures accountability; holds self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Drives result; consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances
• Communicate effectively; develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Instills trust; gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
• Collaboration: works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives
• Directs work; provides clear direction and accountabilities
• Drives Engagement; creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives
• Persuades; use compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others
• Being Resilient; rebound from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Education & Experience

• Strong analytical, problem solving, delegation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred.
• BS degree or AS degree in a technical or business-related field preferred.