Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift
Mueller Water Products

Decatur, Illinois

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Mueller Company, the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries, is looking for a Production Supervisor to join our team on 3rd shift. The Decatur Operations established in 1857, manufacturers rugged and dependable devices used in industrial/commercial applications. Its products include brass water and steel gas valves, Water/Gas Line tapping machines, Line Stopper Fittings, tools, and controllers.

Mueller Co.'s manufacturing commitment ensures one of world's most precious resources, clean drinking water, reaches millions of people daily. Be a part of something that sustains and enriches the lives of every human being.

The Production Supervisor effectively plans and implements work for assigned production shops ensuring parts or materials and manpower are available for the shop to perform the work. Plans engineering changes for assigned shops and coordinates into production when appropriate. Performs capacity analyses by specific work center and makes capital equipment recommendations. Implements flow manufacturing techniques where appropriate. Provides other support to production and management as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plan and lead the activities of production processes and personnel on various shifts during the manufacturing/assembly of products.
  • Partner with the Production Manager, Production Planning, and Materials departments to establish production priorities and plans.
  • Direct production operations in accordance with established priorities and sequences for manufacturing products using knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities and skilled labor.
  • Analyze production schedules to estimate work requirements for completion of job assignments and adjust to meet scheduled requirements.
  • Assist Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineering personnel in testing, troubleshooting and modifying processes to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of products.
  • Advise managers and supervisors of production issues and offer suggestions for changes in working conditions, design, test, production procedures, and the use of equipment.
  • Meet or exceed goals established for safety, labor efficiencies, schedule attainment, scrap, rework, and any other production related goals.
  • Initiate, suggest, and implement plans to motivate, empower, and develop workers to achieve work goals in a team environment.
  • Supervise and assist in the set up, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of various automated machines, assembly equipment and/or machining centers.
  • Conduct performance appraisals and make recommendations for promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
  • Obtain critically needed products from material as directed, performing any necessary operations / processes to expedite requirements toward production plans.
  • Implement lean techniques and principles such as 5S, standardized work, waste identification and elimination, value stream mapping, team based multi-skilled workforce, one piece flow technology, visual factory concepts, and total productive maintenance

Required Experience and/or Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of work or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
  • 2+ years supervisory experience
  • Experience in managing diversity and cultural sensitivity.
  • Documented turn-around employee situations

Perks of Joining Our Team:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Other Benefits Also Available

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law.


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