Location: Hendersonville,NC, USA
Kyocera International, Inc. is hiring a Off-Shift Production Supervisor at our Hendersonville, NC facility!
Kyocera International, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art, high-technology products which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, industrial and semiconductor. We have an excellent benefit package, check out these PERKS!
* 120 hours of vacation accrued per year to start (that's 3 weeks/year for regular 8-hour shifts!)
* 10 Paid Holidays per year
* 401(k)
* 401(k) company match
* Pension
* Medical insurance
* Dental insurance
* Vision insurance
* Life insurance
* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Flexible schedules
* Tuition reimbursement
* On-site workout room
With nearly 80,000 employees globally, Kyocera is a leading manufacturer of high-tech Ceramics which are used in a variety of industries including aerospace, automotive, medical applications, and semiconductor processing. You will find our innovative materials in everything from smart phones to space shuttles! We have a long tenured staff (many with over 30 years of service!), a strong company mission, and an excellent benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid time off to Volunteer, paid leave options, Tuition Reimbursement, an Employer paid Pension and a 401(k) with both Roth and a healthy company match. Many of our larger locations also feature onsite gyms, walking tracks, exercise rooms and even employee gardens.
Kyocera International, Inc. also has a wonderful and robust corporate culture and philosophy based on the experiences and writings of our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori, which you can learn more about here:
PAY RANGE = $62k-$91k/year
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Supervisor oversees existing processes and improvements based on a variety of production needs. This position will direct the production team in daily manufacture of existing products and processes, while working with the Engineering team on the development of new processes, training of employees, customer interaction, and interaction with Kyocera sales/operations.
The Supervisor is responsible for the continual maintenance of a safe working environment, employee development, upkeep of production lines, as well as daily/monthly/yearly HE (P/L) sheet planning/result. This position will report to the Production Manager or equivalent level and is accountable for all team functions/performance.
(Tasks listed are intended to be descriptive and not restrictive. An employee in this position may perform any of the tasks listed; however, these examples do not include all the tasks which an employee may be expected to perform.)
REQUIREMENTS:
2 year degree preferred
High school diploma required and experience in managing a production team in a manufacturing environment
Ability to manage and motivate employees and follow through on deadlines and goals
Knowledge of FMEA, Lean and Six Sigma Principles helpful.
Computer skills: proficient with Outlook, SAP and Excel.
Ability to work well with other people, both externally and internally.
Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
Ability to read blueprints, knowledge of machines, SPC, Failure Analysis, and engineering metrics.
Vision required in the job includes close vision and reading a computer screen.
Eligible to work in an ITAR environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Interviews, supervises, develops, mentors, and coordinates the schedules of the production staff.
* Works directly with meticulous and/or ITAR customers to make sure all requirements are addressed on production parts. Interactions may be in email, teleconference, or face to face.
* Understands and assists in ITAR control of products, drawings, and any other related materials.
* Assists engineering team in designing, installing, and commissioning new production processes and tooling, monitors modifications and upgrades, and troubleshoots existing processes.
* Selects, manages, and works with sub-contractors as related to engineering and production.
* May serve on the corrective action review board and will review actions assigned to the department for implementation.
* Makes observations, measures performance daily, and adjusts achieve monthly metrics. Frequent review of spreadsheets, yield, output, and results.
* Maintains high standards to key plant performance metrics including Safety, maintenance, OTD, quality, production, sonkin.
* Calculates expense plans and coordinates purchases with supply management as needed. Seeks approval from production manager or plant manager with evidence.
* Prepares reports, flow diagrams, SPC, CAD drawings and charts as requested.
* Participates in hiring, promotions, firing, performance reviews, or/and disciplinary processes as needed. Works closely with human resources and plant management.
* Works daily directly with manufacturing employees (operators, inspectors, and machinists etc.). Manages employee interactions with respect and development in mind.
* Promotes safe work practices and reviews accident investigations if applicable.
* Works closely with quality department, other departmental supervisors/managers, production manager, EHS, Scheduling, supply management and planning daily.
* Reports departmental deliverables to plant production manager and/or plant manager as needed monthly. Prepares analysis on OTD and efficiency by machine.
* Models professional and ethical behavior in reporting and decision making.
Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear; frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms; and occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The following work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; and occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations, i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
Kyocera International, Inc. values diversity in its workforce, and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyocera International, Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)