Production Supervisor

About the Role

The primary responsibility is to organize and supervise daily activities for a team of operators, guiding them to accomplish departmental and company-wide objectives. This role provides team leadership while supporting demand at the Distribution Centre (AOC).

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) compliance among manufacturing staff, including proper training and awareness of Cognex's EHS protocols.
• Maintain adherence to corporate and legal standards related to Environmental, Health, and Safety.
• Engage actively in achieving all manufacturing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Maintain and uphold quality standards within production areas.
• Manage training in company policies, procedures, and skill versatility according to process guidelines.
• Accelerate production processes to maximize efficiency, including support functions.
• Oversee employee Core Time and Attendance system management.
• Coordinate with Inventory Control to ensure timely and accurate material transactions.
• Maintain all quality and production documentation, including training records, to meet internal and external audit standards such as ISO 9001.
• Promote and develop a strong culture of teamwork within the manufacturing environment.
• Recommend and apply improvements in production methods, workflow, factory layout, and product quality.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional and cross-divisional initiatives aimed at process enhancements.
• Assist in troubleshooting to maintain desired product output and yield.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing (5S) and Process Excellence (Six Sigma) methodologies.
• Collaborate with technical teams to coordinate equipment repairs minimizing downtime.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and data metrics to drive process improvements.
• Communicate manufacturing updates promptly and appropriately to the team.
• Conduct disciplinary actions and performance improvement processes as needed.

Authority and Administrative Duties

• Handle team discipline and performance enhancement as required by business needs.
• Carry out annual staff performance reviews related to merit adjustments, promotions, and demotions.
• Manage daily staff leave requests.
• Access relevant corporate IT systems per role permissions.
• Control team access to facilities and IT systems.
• Support management with assigned tasks as necessary.

Qualifications and Skills

• Degree in Business Administration, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, or Logistics preferred.
• Two to three years of experience in supervisory or people management roles, with a background in production planning.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities, proficient in verbal and written communication.
• Working knowledge of MRP and SAP systems.
• Advanced skills in analytical tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint.
• Self-motivated with proven efficient work methods, analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of multitasking in a dynamic environment.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles and investigation/problem-solving skills.
• Physical capability to lift, push, and pull weights up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds).