Supervisor, Manufacturing - Core & Main

Company Overview:

About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States. Operating approximately 320 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure. Core & Main’s 4,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive. Visit www.coreandmain.com to learn more.

 

Job Description & Qualifications:

Job Summary

Supervise shop associates in a manufacturing and assembly environment plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions.

 

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Ensures effective associate relations. Provides associate coaching and development. Makes employment decisions. Resolves associate issues through problem resolution.
• Balances quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Works to continuously improve in all areas.
• Performs accident investigations.
• Maintains proper inventory levels.
• Manages department priorities.
• Tracks absenteeism and timekeeping.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Environmental Job Requirements

• Typically, in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes, which may cause noticeable discomfort.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.
• Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Preferred Qualifications & Job Specific Details:

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership and general management experience.
• Experience planning over extended time frames and preparing action plans to achieve results.
• Supervision, including employee hiring, retention, performance review and discipline.
• Employee training and development experience.
• An ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, productivity, cost and employee relations.
• Generally, 5+ years’ experience in a related field. May require certification.
• Advanced degree may offset less experience in some disciplines.