Sr Supervisor Manufacturing
Posted on: 29 Sep 2021
San Francisco, CA
Job Description
Job Summary
Coordinates and supports bargaining unit employees in rotation groups with team leaders in the manufacturing, assembly, fabrication, distribution, and/or development of motorcycles or motorcycle component parts. Supports rotation groups to achieve department metrics for safety, quality, delivery, cost and sustainability. Provides resources, tools, and direction needed for the value adders to be as effective and efficient as possible. Fosters a culture and workforce that is motivated for continuous improvement and provides guidance and assistance to peers and others supervisors.
Job Responsibilities
Meets production schedules while executing manpower planning.
Communicates and proactively works with union stewards to get their input and prevent and/or resolve issues early.
Provides counsel to other supervisors and assists in troubleshooting production issues to ensure delivery targets and production schedules are met and/or exceeded.
Provides direction to a department on a shift and administers disciplinary actions.
Performs layered audits and prevents passing defects to the next group.
Sets the stage for the day (i.e. schedule changes, previous shift performance, quality issues, etc)
Provides feedback to the team members to ensure good quality throughout the group.
Ensures standardized work and process discipline are followed.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Education Specifications
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Technology or related field Preferred
Experience Requirements
Required
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience
Prior experience working in a front line leadership role in a unionized high-volume production or manufacturing environment.
Knowledge and/or experience advising high performance work groups and experience with implementation and monitoring Statistical Process Control systems, ISO9007 processes, and an ability to jointly lead work groups with union leadership.
Demonstrated experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives positively impacting the business and/or day-to-day site operations.
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI
Harley-Davidson, Inc. is the parent company of Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Harley-Davidson Financial Services. Since 1903, Harley-Davidson has fulfilled dreams of personal freedom by leading the innovation of two-wheeled mobility. The company offers an expanding range of leading-edge, distinctive motorcycles and brings the brand to life through Harley-Davidson riding experiences and exceptional motorcycle parts, accessories, riding gear and apparel. Harley-Davidson Financial Services provides financing, insurance and other programs to help get Harley-Davidson riders on the road.
We fulfill dreams of personal freedom – it’s our purpose, and we take it seriously. And while freedom means different things to different people, it’s a bond that brings Harley-Davidson customers, employees, dealers, suppliers and enthusiasts together.
Harley-Davidson manufactures and sells an expanding range of distinctive and customizable motorcycles that feature leading-edge styling, innovative design, distinctive sound, and superior quality with the ability to personalize. We also bring the brand to life through:
Riding experiences, training and events
Motorcycle parts and accessories
Riding apparel and gear
Casual apparel and accessories
Harley-Davidson Financial Services offers a complete line of financing options and insurance products and services to help get and keep customers on the road. HDFS offers to dealers and customers:
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IndustryManufacturing
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No. of EmployeesApproximately 5,800
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Website
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