Production Supervisor

Are you a hands-on leader ready to drive manufacturing excellence within a global leader in high-reliability components? Exxelia is renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and performance, specializing in passive electronic components for demanding markets such as aerospace, defense, and medical. Joining our Exxelia Micropen team in Honeoye Falls, New York, you will be critical to ensuring daily production schedules are met, stringent quality standards are upheld, and a safe, efficient work environment is maintained. We are looking for a highly motivated leader with a strong background in manufacturing and a passion for continuous improvement to manage a diverse team and achieve key performance indicators.

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Development:

• Supervise, mentor, and motivate a team of production operators and technicians, providing clear direction and regular performance feedback.
• Conduct employee training on safety protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality requirements.
• Manage employee scheduling, work assignments, and timekeeping to ensure optimal staffing levels.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment that promotes communication and employee engagement.

Production & Operations Management:

• Execute the daily production schedule to meet output targets and customer deadlines, coordinating workflows and priorities.
• Monitor production processes in real-time, identifying and resolving bottlenecks, equipment issues, and material shortages to minimize downtime.
• Utilize the company's ERP/MRP system to track production orders, manage inventory, and report progress.
• Ensure the efficient and proper use of all manufacturing equipment and tooling.

Quality Assurance:

• Uphold stringent quality standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001) throughout the production process.
• Collaborate with the Quality department to investigate non-conformances, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.
• Champion a "quality-first" mindset among the production team.

Safety & Compliance:

• Enforce all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
• Conduct regular safety audits, lead safety meetings, and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Investigate and report any workplace accidents or incidents promptly and thoroughly.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvement using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Lead and participate in Kaizen events and other improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Analyze production data to track KPIs such as on-time delivery, first-pass yield, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

Qualifications and Skills

Required:

• Associate's degree or higher in a technical field (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing Technology) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electronics, aerospace, or a related high-tech industry.
• Demonstrated experience in leading, training, and developing a production team.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, including production scheduling, workflow management, and inventory control.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Preferred:

• Experience in electronics or electromechanical assembly manufacturing.
• Knowledge of quality management systems such as AS9100 and ISO 9001.
• Formal training and practical experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles.

Exxelia is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60, $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)?

Work Location: In person