Production Supervisor (B102) - Bosch Group

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. It employs roughly 402,000 associates worldwide (as of December 31, 2017). The company generated sales of $88.2 billion in 2017. Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology.

As part of the Mobilitity Solutions division, the Florence KY plant is one of the world's leading automotive steering supplier locations. Robert Bosch Automotive Steering LLC is growing in the market and continues to innovate and develop new products to meet customer needs.

3rd Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM Monday - Friday *Note: Supervisor is expected to adjust schedule to ensure proper shift change communication at the beginning and end of the shift (come in a few minutes before shift starts and stay a few minutes after shift ends)

Primary responsibility is to provide supervision, guidance and support to all Rack Bar team leaders and operators ensuring operations efficiency to meet production targets. Must have SAP(POE) experience and be able to support the production floor in resolving issues and teaching offers how to fix the problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Enforce/improve standards of safety and ergonomics, quality, productivity, and housekeeping with respect to 5S standards.  All aspects of production are to be driven by lean manufacturing principles of predictability, organization, and efficiency improvement (through the elimination of waste). 
• Allocate labor in response to fluctuating orders; set priorities for production.
• Guide labor by enforcing the handbook policies (i.e. absenteeism, standards of conduct, discipline, etc.).
• Guide teams in productive recordkeeping of scrap, traceability, downtime, rejects, and required control plan checks.
• Ensure proper handling of non-conforming material.
• Immediately inform appropriate personnel of issues including downtime, quality, component quality, and availability that are an obstacle to production. Must be able to develop an alternative strategy to overcome obstacles.
• Cooperate with other shifts to satisfy weekly production goals.
• Ensure adequate training of production operators to allow for flexibility in labor allocation to meet production goals
• Support maintenance of training records and matrix for assembly lines
• Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety policies
• Conduct regular audits (Quality- LPA, Work Station, 5S, Operator, etc.)

Hours: Willing to work the required 3rd Shift Hours: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM Monday - Friday

• Supervisor must be willing to adjust schedule to ensure proper shift change communication at the beginning and end of shift (come in a few minutes before shift starts and stay a few minutes after shift ends)

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: 1-3 years related experience or training. 

• Experience in areas of manufacturing operations or continuous improvement.
• Must have experience using SAP (POE)
• Must have basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and capable of learning additional programs (Test, Measuring Software, KPI).

NOTE: Other combinations of education and experience may be considered if experience is directly related to supervision in a Manufacturing environment.

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavaiable.

Benefits of Bosch

In addition to competitive wages, all employees of Bosch Automotive are eligible for the following:

• Comprehensive Time Away from Work Program
• Full Medical Package – Medical, Dental, Vision (Effective Day 1)
• 401k with Company Match
• Continuing Education Opportunities (KY FAME, Tuition Reimbursement)
• Strong Employee Development Opportunities

Robert Bosch Automotive Steering, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.