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Batesville · 1 week ago

Group Leader

Manchester, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Batesville is a recognized leader in the death care industry in North America, committed to helping families honor the lives of those they love. The Production Group Leader will provide direct supervision to production employees, ensuring quality and quantity requirements are met while facilitating a safe and efficient work environment.

Consumer GoodsCustomer ServiceLogistics

Responsibilities

Clearly and regularly communicates pertinent performance, work schedule, and activities to the work teams

Facilitates 5S by assuring 5S maps and assignment sheets are current and by verifying conformance to the standard conditions

Reports all accidents, injuries, and near misses to production manager, assures all documentation is completed and tracks countermeasures. Assures proper PPE is used per plant requirement

Analyzes work orders to estimate worker hours and create machining schedules that meet both internal and external needs

Computes amounts of stock and supplies required for operation, based on production schedules, and requisitions materials from storage area

Maintains time and production records

Initiates and/or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals

Directly supervises 20-25 hourly employees in the manufacturing operation. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company policies, the Code of Ethical Business Conduct, and applicable laws

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

Other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Manufacturing supervisory experienceLean 5S knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeEmployee trainingTeambuildingCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a college or university in any field

At least 2 years related manufacturing supervisory experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in manufacturing operations

Preferred

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel (i.e., Charts & Graphs, Pivot Tables, V Look ups, etc.)

Ability to work overtime when workload requires it

Lean 5S knowledge and/or experience

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as prescription coverage, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.

Generous 401K Matching Program

Paid time off

Opportunities for development and advancement