Manufacturing Supervisor

Nextek, A Company of Kontron, is a niche market, technology-driven Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, founded in 1995. We offer precision electronic assembly and engineering services to customers with needs-driven, non-commodity products. We partner with companies who have unique product needs and who seek a high level of reliability, commitment and professional service from their manufacturing partners.SummarySupervises employees in a manufacturing electronics environment. Plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.Duties/ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities include (but are not limited to):Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate them to employeesOrganize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedulesEnsure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenanceCheck production output according to specificationsSubmit reports on performance and progressIdentify issues in efficiency and suggest improvementsTrain new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow proceduresEnforce strict safety guidelines and company standardsProvides employee coaching and development.Makes employment decisions and resolves employee issues through problem resolution.Balances quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in allareas. Works to continuously improve in all areas.Manages departmental performance measures, including visual controls, and providesregular progress reports to manager. Skills/Experience/Education/Training RequiredLeadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through othersPlanning: an ability to think ahead and plan over a 30-day time span and prepare actionplans to achieve resultsSupervision: hiring and retention, performance review, discipline, and safetyMicrosoft Office: Word, Excel, and Power PointBachelor’s degree in business or related field preferredPrevious experience in Electronics Contract ManufacturingProven experience as Production Supervisor or similar roleExperience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and toolsThorough understanding of ERP/MRP (Epicor a plus)Must be a U.S. CitizenBenefitsMedical/Dental/Vision insuranceLife InsuranceShort/Long term disabilityCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsurancePaid Time Off10 Paid Holidays401k MatchEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)Educational ReimbursementEEO EmployerNextek, Inc. is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without considering race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.