Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

Overview: General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.
S.
Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Production Supervisor to join our Wilkes-Barre, PA Team.
We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best.
Our products can be found with every U.
S.
military branch and with allies around the world.
We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS in Wilkes-Barre offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.
Purpose: Responsible for supervising a line or cell in the Production Department for 1st shift Responsible for diagnosing and resolving production problems on the shift maintaining schedules and product quality, reporting inventories, assigning jobs, insuring compliance and administering policies and procedures in a union environment.
Shift - 7am-4:30pm M-F (Weekend shifts as assigned) Major Position Responsibilities: Supervises personnel, equipment and product in an assigned area of the Production Department.
Diagnoses and recommends solutions to machine, tool and equipment problems, and write work orders for their repair.
Maintains production schedules and high quality product quality.
Collects and reports production quantities and inventories on a daily basis.
Assigns employees to jobs and ensures training in the operation of machinery safely.
Insures compliance with all process controls, such as work instructions, inspection policies, pertinent military standards and union contracts.
Promotes a safe and positive environment at all times, including in the use of equipment safely.
Communicates, monitors and ensures compliance with policies pertaining to writing discipline work habits, safety, housekeeping and work schedules.
Initiates, recommends and approves personnel actions such as probation, discipline and disqualifications.
Monitors and approves staff timecards following procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications: Required Education: High School Diploma/GED Years and area of experience (required for the role): 1-3 years of related experience in a heavy manufacturing environment At least 1 year of supervisory experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong written and verbal communications skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of personnel.
Ability to Supervise employees with moderate latitude for independent judgement to ensure the efficient and accurate performance of daily operations.
Problem solve.
Must be willing to work flexible hours when needed.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
5% travel may be necessary.