Production Supervisor

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who are we?

We are Aero Transportation Products (ATP), a business organization, part of the larger Wabtec Corporation. Established in 1979 and purchased by Wabtec in 2017, our organization has supported the Agriculture and Industrial arena as an innovator in the rail industry for 45 years. We have designed and built products that both feed and house everyone throughout North America and are working on new products for applications in Europe and beyond.

Who will you be working with?

This position is part of ATP, which includes sites located in Independence, MO and in McPherson, KS. Our Independence site is based in an underground industrial complex customized for Fiberglass production. The McPherson site is a metal fabrication and weld shop, in the picturesque setting of America's Heartland. The ATP team is comprised of a diverse group from varying backgrounds, all motivated by an enjoyable and positive work culture. ATP team members primarily support the production of fiberglass, and aluminum hatch covers and mild and stainless-steel outlet gates for Wabtec’s Freight Components division.

How will you make a difference?

The Production Supervisor will demonstrate leadership in communicating business goals, programs, and processes for an area or business segment. In this role you will utilize your experience or expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for self and others, and impact short-term and long-term business goals. You will be responsible for a team of welders, assemblers, and machine operators, ensuring that the manufacturing processes run smoothly and further the organization’s success. You will report to the Plant Manager and General Manager.

What do we want to know about you?

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college preferred. HS Diploma or GED Equivalent and supervisory experience in management or team leadership.
• Previous experience with Oracle based computer software
• Proficient with MS Office suite
• Experience in manufacturing environment and/or logistics
• Strong Customer Service Skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize needs of the site and department
• Strong communication skills
• Preferred experience in managing hourly employees
• Rail industry experience a plus
• Strong oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• The ability to drive growth and change in a fast-moving, high-energy environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety regulations
• Ability to lead others through conflicts or disagreements.
• Willingness to drive accountability to those under them.
• Welding (MIG and TIG) and Machine Operations experience is a plus but not required.

What will your typical day look like?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading daily Shop Operations functions under guidance of the Plant Manager
• Promote a working environment to achieve excellence in productivity, customer service, quality, and EHS.
• Assign and direct work priorities for hourly production workers to achieve daily and weekly production goals.
• Drive initiatives to maximize employee contribution and drive improvements in product quality and services while ensuring all services support functions at facility are staffed and well trained to perform their duties effectively.
• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing Operations and Services functions at the facility under the guidance of the Plant Manager while leading the effort to develop and implement plans to meet customers’ requirements for product quality, cost and delivery.
• Responsible for managing the facility within operating budget.
• Initiate and influence integration of EHS policies and practices into the business.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of applicable EHS regulatory requirements, and work with consultants and contractors on related EHS issues.
• Conduct EHS education programs as needed and required and provide and determine alternatives for issue resolution.
• Interface with production, sales, purchasing and suppliers in order to schedule the receipt of raw material to meet production demand to include coordinating with Material Buyers for raw material scheduling.
• Establish plant production schedules that coincide with raw material scheduling and drive resolution on all manufacturing material quality and supply issues.
• Assure that the shop has the necessary materials, configuration records, manpower, and tooling to meet required production levels.
• Identify and react to material plans that do not meet customer requirements.
• Prepare and implement work orders and plans as required for assigned commodities to meet the requirements of the business.
• Other duties as assigned.

What about the physical demands of the job?

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is required to stand and walk, potentially for extended periods of time. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision. While performing the duties of this job travel will not be required under normal circumstances, but the ability to travel is desirable, at times internationally.

Safety and Housekeeping:

Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the Company and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include an annual bonus, if eligible.

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world.

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.