Description
ABOUT KOMPONENTS
We are a leading Midwest manufacturer of custom case goods, furniture and components to customers in the hospitality, retail, senior living and medical fields. We combine high-tech production methods with Midwestern craftsmanship and innovation. At Komponents, the quality is in the details.
CORE VALUES
At Komponents, we believe in:
Learn – We continuously seek knowledge to drive innovation and improvement.
Innovate – We develop creative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our industry.
Integrity – We operate with honesty and transparency in all our endeavors.
Collaborate – We work together, valuing diverse perspectives to achieve common goals.
POSITION SUMMARY
Oversee production floor and staff and monitor manufacturing workflow process. Achieve Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Member Development. Coach and develop Team Leaders and Production Staff.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned)
Ability to set daily/weekly/monthly goals, communicating them effectively to employees
Strong knowledge of organizational workflow and ability to delegate by assigning responsibilities and formulating schedules
Supervisory skills needed to oversee employees and coach them effectively
Commitment to safety regarding use of equipment
Knowledge of all essential equipment and ability to oversee and schedule regular maintenance
Analytical skills to monitor production output and check for compliance with specifications
Ability to generate and submit reports on performance and progress
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including ability to spot issues in efficiency/productivity and suggest improvements
Strong coaching and training skills to onboard new employees, including instruction on safety, e.g. how to safely use machinery and follow procedures
Willingness to enforce compliance with safety guidelines and company standards
Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, developing personal growth opportunities.
Maintains workflow by monitoring steps of the process, personnel and resources and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
Completes production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; establishing priorities; monitoring progress; revising schedules, and resolving problems
Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on established safety policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and the ability to lead continuous improvement projects and initiatives involving cross-functional teams.
Create a culture of accountability, ownership, learning, and continuous improvement.
Develop future Leaders and Production Staff to build the bench and fill internal roles.
An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
COMPETENCIES
Commitment/Dependability
Collaboration
Attention to Detail/Quality of Work
Leadership
Teamwork/Team player
Responsibility
Decision making
Communication
Results orientation
Problem solving
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma required—a degree in a technical, engineering, or relevant field is preferred
3-5 years of experience as Production Supervisor or similar role
Working knowledge of various types of manufacturing machinery and tools such as CNC, routers, edge banders, point to points, beam saws, horizontal boring and doweling, vertical machining center, G and M code, case clamps.
Experience in a woodworking type manufacturing environment a plus
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel
Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to coach and mentor staff
Strong work ethic—self-motivated and results-driven – Entrepreneurial mindset
Excellent problem-solving skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Moderate to heavy lifting = average of 50 pounds regularly multiple time an hour
Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Fingering. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling
Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm
The worker is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, quality and thoroughness of the work
The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Office / Manufacturing Floor
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
