Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

We are currently looking for a Production Supervisor on  1st Shift for our Fountain Inn, SC location, we offer Full-Time positions with Competitive Pay and Benefits to include 3 weeks of vacation, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, generous 401k with employer match and Tuition Assistance available.

The Production Supervisor will coordinate manufacturing operations on first shift, and be responsible for a growing number of direct reports.

• Responsible for day to day supervision of production direct reports regarding work needs, quality, safety, scrap and other aspects of production performance
• Routine inspection for quality, defects, and process problems, materials, equipment or skills
• Manage individual performance issues of direct reports in areas such as attendance, performance reviews, training and development.
• Perform administrative duties as required such as ADP and attendance tracking
• Perform other duties in support of Safety Program and Inventory management such as safety inspections, housekeeping inspections, crane/hoist/lifting equipment inspections, etc.
• Must be able to walk production area for majority of work shifts. Work shifts may extend beyond 8 hours in overtime situations, include weekends or alternate work schedule arrangements
• Must be able to work at desk using computer, routinely answering telephone and effective use of other basic office equipment
• Must be physically able to work in sometimes awkward situations with manufacturing equipment and handle weights of up to 40 pounds as necessary
• Ensures shift employees are following safe work practices and procedures consistently and completely. Audits for compliance and addresses safety issues in a timely manner.
• Conducts safety and job function training for shift personnel.
• Trains shift associates in proper procedures, coaches them to improve results, and evaluates performance.

• Bachelor's degree
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience in a Manufacturing environment preferred
• Highly organized with excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office applications specifically Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with timekeeping systems

Kyocera-AVX is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V:  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.