Tape Department Supervisor

Position Purpose

: The Tape Department Supervisor is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the Tape Department including performance outcomes, productivity targets, continuous improvement initiatives, OHS and employee relations.

Principle Accountabilities

• Responsible for management of the Tape department consisting of Tape Lines, Repro and Coreline equipment across multiple shifts.
• Plans, supervises, and directs daily production operations with an ability to anticipate and alleviate production problems, such as material shortages, equipment malfunctions and employee-related situations.
• Primarily responsible for coaching and developing the team.
• Participates in the selection and interview processes to fill hourly employee positions.
• Conducts employee reviews and maintains training and performance documentation.
• Initiates efforts to introduce cost reductions and drive continuous improvements in methods or equipment.
• Supervises and leads departmental safety and housekeeping practices and maintains a constant alert for hazardous conditions.
• Educates employees and enforces company rules and regulations, including but not limited to safety rules and regulations, policies and procedures, production, and quality expectations.
• Manages hourly employee performance including administering discipline where necessary.
• Leads and participates in company-sponsored activities such as training, site projects and safety programs.
• Primarily responsible for production-related administrative tasks such as payroll hours approval, reporting and associated tasks.
• Provides quality service by enforcing quality and customer service standards.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience

• High School Diploma required; bachelor's degree strongly preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience managing and developing teams in a manufacturing environment in a leadership role required.
• Previous experience in extrusion and/or a demonstrated ability to learn and develop these skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with demonstrated skills in making sound decisions is critical.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is required.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to achieve results.
• Able to deal with ambiguity and successfully manage change will be critical.
• A dedicated team player who works well cross functionally.
• Solid computer skills including MS Office with focus on Excel would be an asset.
• Experience in lean manufacturing is a strong asset.