Production Supervisor, Metal

Production Supervisor, MetalDI exists to relieve the world of mediocre experiences and to create remarkable ones. Our people make the remarkable possible through an unwavering display of uncommon commitment each day.Reporting to the Production Manager, this role is responsible for general oversight of the Metal Shop department. This role focuses on team performance, safety, operations improvement, cost control, and consistently achieving quality and timeline expectations.Essential responsibilities/functions may include but are not limited to:Supervises, plans and leads production operations to meet expected performance targets of available resources (people, equipment, space, inventory and time)Helps evaluate subcontractor or vendor capabilities when outsourcing is requiredPartners with the Production Manager to identify resource needs based upon project scheduling (current and future)Provides daily work assignments to team members as well as adjusts resources based on project priorities as neededKeeps the production capacity sheet updated daily and aligned with prioritiesCollaborates with PEs/LEs to help prioritize workload and ensure any specialty materials are on orderProactively informs Project Engineers of any rework within their department as soon as it happens and creates counter measures within the department to reduce reworkEnsures routine maintenance of Metal Shop equipment and recommends the purchase of new equipment or techniques that will improve production efficiency, quality or competitivenessLeads metal shop team meetings involving upcoming projects, PTO requests, financials, personnel changes, and upcoming training opportunities.Maintains a safe working department, ensures department consistently complies with all safety policies and supports all DI Safety Team initiativeSubmits quarterly inventory on time to the Finance Dept.Recruits, onboards, trains, sets job expectations, and develops current and new team members using the matrixIdentifies and requests overtime, temporary staffing, and resource sharing among departments as needed to meet deadlinesConducts yearly performance evaluations for all Metal Shop employeesConducts regular 1:1 meetings with their employees to discuss career goals and leadership developmentCreates and executes performance improvement plans when necessaryCreates and executes career developments plans when neededReviews daily timesheets, time off requests and any expenses submitted via Paycom by designated company deadlineAttends all relevant project kickoff meetings and DIP meetings when asked to review schedule and scope capabilitiesEnsures material issuance is being allocated correctly and consistentlySupports and builds a collaborative and positive culture both within supervised team and cross-functional teams.Follows DI company handbook regarding punctuality and attendance.

Encourages and is a model for others to follow these policiesCommunicates and follows appropriate slack channels to keep up on real time project changesParticipates in opening the shop for Saturday workers (max once per month)Submits purchasing requests into Wrike and acknowledges when items are receivedEnsures team attends company training sessions, relevant orientations and other events to promote employee and team engagementPhysically assists team with daily operations when necessaryWorks closely with Facilities Manager to ensure all hazardous waste materials are handled and stored safely as well as documented properlyMonitors bottlenecks and proactively develops process improvements to increase throughputEnsures all work coming out of the metal department follows UL standardsKnowledge/skills/abilities:Keen eye for quality control and quality assuranceFunctions as a hands-on subject matter expert who provides value to Estimating, Design, and Engineering beyond meeting attendance by offering timely, practical guidance.Expert knowledge of reading and interpreting drawingsExcellent analytical, problem-solving skills and a strong work ethicKnowledge of tools and equipment needed for the Metal Shop DepartmentIs proficient at reading and understanding engineering drawingsExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal that demonstrate solution-oriented componentsAbility to be firm, but respectful to ensure everyone on the team stays on schedule with deliverablesLeads by example and is able to be ledConsistently maintains a professional standard that is modeled by the entire teamExhibits a positive, professional attitude and approachable communication/leadership styleHas a thorough understanding of timelines and the ability to prioritize to meet themAchieves desired results by positively motivating and coaching team to meet goalsHas the ability to write reports, create documents, understand financials, and communicate clearly in all types of platformsHas an understanding of other DI departments and how they all relate to the success of the companyIs proficient in material identification and each of their functions and restrictionsConsistently displays DI Core Values and follows the DI 75High level of comfort in a fast-paced, team environment where accountability and innovative thinking are highly valuedProficient with DI software tools such as Wrike, Paycom, Slack, etcStrong understanding of metal fabrication tolerances, structural considerations, and material behaviorsEducation/certifications/experience:5+ years' experience working or supervising in a production environmentExperience in lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies is a plusConstruction or welding certificate from an accredited community college, trade school, or similar a plusOSHA safety certification is a plusPhysical demands:The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, climb, crouch, or crawlEmployee must be able to talk and hearThe employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 poundsSpecific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focusWork environment:Due to our onsite Fabrication process, the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions