Production Supervisor

Auria is a leading global supplier of highly engineered systems for automotive flooring, acoustical, thermal, aerodynamic and other fiber-based solutions for gas and electric vehicles. With U.S.-based operational headquarters in Southfield, Michigan, Auria operates 16 manufacturing, 9 technical and 5 JV locations across 10 countries and employs approximately 3,900 people worldwide.

 Auria Solutions, a Tier 1 automotive company, is conducting a search for a Production Supervisor. The Production Supervisor will be the management representative during the shift’s scheduled hours and will have oversight of the entire operation during that time.  Candidates should be comfortable spending most of their time on the shop floor driving operational improvements. Experience in structured problem solving, coaching / developing hourly team members, and working across functional boundaries will be critical to success.  

Duties / Responsibilities: 

• Oversight of all functions on assigned shift, including, but not limited to, the following: 
  • Production.
  • Driving KPI performance and improvement. 
  • Safety.
  • Labor Efficiency.
  • Cost of Poor Quality.
  • On-Time Shipments.
  • Inventory Accuracy.
  • Developing and mentoring salaried supervisors. Coaching and developing hourly associates.
  • Ensure conformance to standard processes. 
  • Identify and Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives. Lead structured Kaizen events as needed. 
  • Provides guidance and support to team members, conducts training sessions, and manages employee performance. 
  • Lead, and teach, structured problem solving where needed.  
  • Directly support the Production Superintendent in all aspects of daily plant operations. 
  • Ensure that training occurs for new employees as well as cross training of existing employees. 

Required Competencies: 

• Ability to effectively work across multiple functional groups. 
• Ability to work flexible schedule (day or night shift) to cover operational needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Business Acumen. 
• Desire and drive for career growth. 

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma
• At least 5 years of progressive job responsibilities working in a manufacturing plant environment. 
• At least three (3) years in a leadership role.  
• Tier 1 automotive experience.