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Aluminum Production Team Leader

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Kaiser Aluminum is recognized globally for its exceptional quality. Our strength lies in our innovative approach, industry-leading dependability, and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. We are in search of a Production Supervisor to oversee our aluminum extrusion and tubular operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage crew assignments, oversee shift transitions, and handle timekeeping.
  • Coordinate overtime requirements and maintain scheduling boards.
  • Conduct safety investigations, daily safety checks, and monthly safety training sessions.
  • Implement preventative maintenance; oversee maintenance tasks, including work orders.
  • Provide monthly totals for financial reporting.
  • Track downtime during shifts (OEE).
  • Manage inventory and raw material consumption.
  • Prepare material requisitions.
  • Oversee furnace operations.
  • Collaborate with other supervisors to achieve operational goals.
  • Administer collective bargaining agreements.
  • Communicate safety, quality, and productivity objectives clearly.
  • Address personnel matters in accordance with company policies and contracts; develop team members.
  • Maintain daily logs.
  • Compile reports on safety, quality, and production metrics.

Qualifications:

  • A two-year degree in a technical field is required, or a minimum of three to five years of supervisory experience in heavy manufacturing. A four-year degree is preferred.
  • 3-5 years of prior supervisory experience.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in PC applications, including Windows, Word, and Excel.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing software systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong organizational capabilities.
  • Proven teamwork skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Value Stream Management is preferred.
  • Understanding of the metal industry and related business processes.
  • Energetic, disciplined, and focused on building a cohesive operational team.
  • Strong interpersonal and business partnership skills, with the ability to engage with all organizational levels.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and shifts.
  • Approximately 20% of the role involves office work with standard safety precautions, while 80% is in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery.

About Kaiser Aluminum: We are dedicated to environmental sustainability, employee development, community engagement, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity shapes how we recruit, nurture, and motivate our diverse workforce, reflecting the multicultural community we serve.