Role Summary:
The Assistant Production Supervisor is responsible for assisting the Production Supervisor in the day to day production at the Truss Plant. Coaches, motivates and supports the production crew, applying a team approach and maintaining open communication with the staff.
Scope of the Position:
The APS will lead a production team on one shift at a Truss Plant.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities expected of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Coach the production team to produce and prioritize jobs and, when necessary, reorganize to meet deadlines and updates
• Comply with all OSHA safety requirements
• Communicate effectively with the management staff and the production team, informing and updating them regularly to ensure that production objectives are met
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed
• Organize workflow according to workload to ensure the completion of the production schedule
• Monitor quality and accuracy of all orders
• Ensure the completion of all duties with minimum waste and abuse of equipment
• Ensure employee safety training is conducted as required
• Provide a positive, motivating example for employees
• Conduct training or authorize training of production employees
• Take all necessary action to manage production cost and improve profit
• Inform Production Supervisor of equipment and production concerns
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Follow Wilson Lumber’s core values
• Perform the duties of the Production Supervisor in the Production Supervisor’s absence
Position Qualifications:
• Strong commitment to creating a work environment where employees want to do their best
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Self-Starter requiring little to no direction
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Moderate computer skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to think strategically
• Proven track record of meeting business objectives
• Must have a proven track record in effectively managing operational strategy, safety programs, and customer satisfaction
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of industry experience
• A minimum of 2+ years’ experience in operations management, and/or production management in the construction industry or construction related industry
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Lift at least 50 pounds
• Able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment
You will be expected to follow any other job related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested by management.
