Production Supervisor - Middleton, TN

Job description

thyssenKrupp AG (TK) is a leading global diversified technology and materials group based in Essen, Germany. It has 150,000 employees in over 80 countries developing ideas and innovations into solutions for sustainable progress. In fiscal year 2012/2013, the Group generated sales of over $50 billion.

The company comprises five business areas (BA): Steel Europe, Materials Services, Elevator Technologies, Components Technologies, and Industrial Solutions, which serve clients across the automotive, aerospace, industrial and chemical sectors.

In North America, thyssenkrupp Group companies offer a range of products and services, including premium carbon steel; high-performance alloys; automotive components and systems; elevators, escalators, moving walks and passenger boarding bridges; and material trading, logistical and industrial services. In fiscal year 2012/2013, thyssenkrupp companies in Canada, the United States and Mexico employed approximately 20,000 employees and recorded sales of over $10 billion.

Production Supervisor - Middleton, TN
thyssenkrupp Elevator Corp,
Location Middleton (Mfg)

thyssenkrupp has 150,000 employees in over 80 countries working with passion and txpertise to develop solutions for sustainable progress. Their skills and commitment are the basis of our success. In fiscal year 2011/2012 thyssenkrupp generated sales of €40 billion. thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas is the largest producer of elevators in the Americas, with more than 15,500 employees and more than 230 branch and service locations. thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas oversees all business for the operations in the United States, Canada, Central and South America.

Innovations and technical progress are key factors in managing global growth and using finite resources in a sustainable way. With our engineering expertise in the areas of “Material”, “Mechanical” and “Plant”, we enable our customers to gain an edge in the global market and manufacture innovative products in a cost and resource efficient way. thyssenkrupp companies in North America offer a range of products and services, including premium carbon steel; high-performance alloys; automotive components and systems; elevators, escalators, moving walkways and passenger boarding bridges; and plant construction material trading, logistical and industrial services. In fiscal year 2010/2011, thyssenkrupp companies in Canada, the United States and Mexico employed more than 24,000 and recorded sales of over $10 billion.

The Elevator Technology business area brings together the thyssenkrupp Group's global activities in passenger transportation systems. With sales of 5.7 billion euros in fiscal 2011/2012 and customers in 150 countries, thyssenkrupp Elevator is one of the world's leading elevator companies. With more than 47,000 skilled employees, the company offers innovative and energy-efficient products designed to meet customers’ individual requirements. The portfolio includes passenger and freight elevators, escalators and moving walks, passenger boarding bridges, stair and platform lifts as well as tailored service solutions for all products. 900 locations around the world provide an extensive sales and service network to guarantee closeness to customers.

Your responsibilities

thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas is currently seeking a Production Leader for second Shift and third shift to join our world class team in Middleton, TN.

Essential Job Functions:

·  Uses knowledge of company products & processes and lean principles to lead the activities of hourly personnel in the production department insuring maximum utilization of personnel and equipment.
·  With direction from the Production Manager plans and regulates work flow of production department.
·  Coordinates work flow with other departments / areas through written and oral contact. Investigates product and process problems and takes necessary action to resolve. Involves working within industrial shop-like environment.
·  Visually analyzes and audits standard work.
·  Promotes safety consciousness and investigates safety/health hazards and accidents.
·  With direction from the Production Manager administers union contracts and other employee policies.
·  Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly fashion according to 6S standards.
·  Conducts performance reviews and development plans for hourly employees.
·  Conducts daily communications meetings with members of the department / area.
·  May order tools and other materials / equipment with approval from the Production Manager.
·  Performs other job duties as may be assigned

Your profile

Job Requirements:

·  At least 2 - 5 years’ supervisory / team leader experience in a manufacturing facility
·  Experience in a unionized environment would be helpful but is not required
·  A proven record of consistent and fair enforcement of plant rules / policies / regulations
·  A proven record of achieving and maintaining schedule adherence
·  A proven record of developing / coaching the hourly workforce
·  Experience in metal fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly operations
·  Excellent communication/organization skills

About thyssenkrupp
At thyssenkrupp we have more than 155,000 employees in nearly 80 countries and annual sales of €43 billion. We are active in automotive engineering, logistics, plant technology, steel production, elevator manufacturing and much more. We work in large and small businesses all around the world – but we always work together. We have over 200 years of experience in industry and the latest cutting-edge technology. We have a position that‘s right for you, that piques your interest, and that puts your skills to the test.

About thyssenkrupp Elevator Corp

thyssenkrupp has 150,000 employees in over 80 countries working with passion and txpertise to develop solutions for sustainable progress. Their skills and commitment are the basis of our success. In fiscal year 2011/2012 thyssenkrupp generated sales of €40 billion. thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas is the largest producer of elevators in the Americas, with more than 15,500 employees and more than 230 branch and service locations. thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas oversees all business for the operations in the United States, Canada, Central and South America.

Innovations and technical progress are key factors in managing global growth and using finite resources in a sustainable way. With our engineering expertise in the areas of “Material”, “Mechanical” and “Plant”, we enable our customers to gain an edge in the global market and manufacture innovative products in a cost and resource efficient way. thyssenkrupp companies in North America offer a range of products and services, including premium carbon steel; high-performance alloys; automotive components and systems; elevators, escalators, moving walkways and passenger boarding bridges; and plant construction material trading, logistical and industrial services. In fiscal year 2010/2011, thyssenkrupp companies in Canada, the United States and Mexico employed more than 24,000 and recorded sales of over $10 billion.

The Elevator Technology business area brings together the thyssenkrupp Group's global activities in passenger transportation systems. With sales of 5.7 billion euros in fiscal 2011/2012 and customers in 150 countries, thyssenkrupp Elevator is one of the world's leading elevator companies. With more than 47,000 skilled employees, the company offers innovative and energy-efficient products designed to meet customers’ individual requirements. The portfolio includes passenger and freight elevators, escalators and moving walks, passenger boarding bridges, stair and platform lifts as well as tailored service solutions for all products. 900 locations around the world provide an extensive sales and service network to guarantee closeness to customers.

Your responsibilities

thyssenkrupp Elevator Americas is currently seeking a Production Leader for second Shift and third shift to join our world class team in Middleton, TN.

Essential Job Functions:

·  Uses knowledge of company products & processes and lean principles to lead the activities of hourly personnel in the production department insuring maximum utilization of personnel and equipment.
·  With direction from the Production Manager plans and regulates work flow of production department.
·  Coordinates work flow with other departments / areas through written and oral contact. Investigates product and process problems and takes necessary action to resolve. Involves working within industrial shop-like environment.
·  Visually analyzes and audits standard work.
·  Promotes safety consciousness and investigates safety/health hazards and accidents.
·  With direction from the Production Manager administers union contracts and other employee policies.
·  Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly fashion according to 6S standards.
·  Conducts performance reviews and development plans for hourly employees.
·  Conducts daily communications meetings with members of the department / area.
·  May order tools and other materials / equipment with approval from the Production Manager.
·  Performs other job duties as may be assigned

Your profile

Job Requirements:

·  At least 2 - 5 years’ supervisory / team leader experience in a manufacturing facility
·  Experience in a unionized environment would be helpful but is not required
·  A proven record of consistent and fair enforcement of plant rules / policies / regulations
·  A proven record of achieving and maintaining schedule adherence
·  A proven record of developing / coaching the hourly workforce
·  Experience in metal fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly operations
·  Excellent communication/organization skills

Our offer to you

thyssenkrupp Elevator Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us directly.

Our offer to you

thyssenkrupp Elevator Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to contact us directly.