Job Description

Production Supervisor

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Nidec is the world's No. 1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for Mod Center Operations performed at the Southaven Customer Service Center. Responsibilities include daily execution of production functions to include: production planning and scheduling, production of conversion assembly work orders, other production related requirements, i.e. inspections, testing, bearing changes, etc. The Production Supervisor manages materials and supplies to support production operations. Customer returns processing is also the responsibility of the Production Supervisor. This position manages a production environment that utilizes 120v to 480v electric power. This position requires the ability to perform these responsibilities in a safe, accurate and timely manner in accordance with Safety policy & procedures, Quality and the principles of 6S3Q, and time standards. Regular attendance is a mandatory requirement due to the nature of the role. Position reports to the Director of Operations, working as part of the Southaven management team to drive continuous improvement using metrics to achieve logistics excellence in service, quality and cost.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of all programs related to the safety of all personnel, equipment and property.

Responsible for development and publication of a daily production schedule for Mod Center Operations.

Responsible for managing workstation operations driving productivity of assembly operations achieving on time shipment targets.

Responsible for product quality of accurately produced motor conversions and nameplates.

Provides a thorough understanding of the production and inventory control processes and systems to be able to proactively manage and work independently on issues in a timely manner and provide accurate resolutions.

Manage the product returns area to achieve cycle time target and maintain inventory in queue under target maximum.

Interact with Manager and peers to apply sound communication and motivational techniques with production staff.

Effectively communicate with external resources including customer service and suppliers.

Responsible for maintaining KPI's and address negative variances and implement solutions to address KPI's falling below prescribed Alarm Levels.

Monitor and ensure current and accurate inventory control.

Lead continuous improvement of service, quality and cost management leveraging lean manufacturing principles.

Collection of data/statistics and preparation of reports required by the Manager &/or Director.

Process timekeeping, payroll duties as required.

Supervise departmental employees and ensures compliance with company policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Details

Management - M1 Organizational Impact

Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct and indirect impact on departmental or job-family results

Plans and establishes operational plan and day-to-day objectives for a team of entry level professionals and/or skilled support employees

Assigns tasks to a team to achieve operational targets, service standards, etc.

Communication & Influence

Communicates with parties typically within own department or job family, and may communicate with parties external to the department which may include clients or partners depending upon the job area

Explains policies, practices and procedures of the area of responsibility to others within the team

Sometimes requires ability to influence others outside of own job area on policies, practices and procedures

Innovation & Complexity

Responsible for making minor to moderate improvements of processes, systems or products to enhance performance of job area

Problems may be difficult but not complex. Problems typically impacts the department and/or job family group. Problems are typically solved through drawing from prior experience and analysis of issues

Leadership & Talent Management

Manages a small to mid-sized team consisting of three or more entry level professionals or skilled support employees

Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results

Provides day-to-day work direction for team, focused on maintaining steady workflow and productivity and resolving operational decisions

Provides primary input to hiring, firing, promotion, performance and rewards decisions for direct reports

Knowledge & Experience

Understands basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution. Typically requires broad job knowledge of technical or operational practices within assigned discipline

Typically has a bachelor's degree or equivalent professional certification and 3 years of prior relevant experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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