Dana Incorporated · 5 hours ago
Area Supervsior
Warren, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expDana Incorporated is a global leader in the supply of engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies. The Area Supervisor is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a department, managing labor and productivity while ensuring communication with various departments to meet production requirements.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringInnovation ManagementManufacturing
Responsibilities
Assist the BU Area Manager in all aspects of running the business unit as needed which may include filling in during his/her absence
Determination of the (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual) goals and objectives for the BU direct reports
Provide direct reports with the tools, coaching, training, and mentoring needed to accomplish goals and objectives. Remove roadblocks to ensure success
Coordinate department/area activities to fulfill production, service, inventory, and delivery requirements
Directly supervise union employees in various positions that support the department/area
Hold all employees in area of responsibility accountable for doing their job in a safe and efficient manner. This includes the ability to delegate responsibilities effectively, drive team-based problem-solving activities while leading and motivating a diverse group of subordinates
Analyze all area Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to identify areas for top focus and continuous improvements
Closely monitor production, labor, quality, scrap, throughput, efficiencies, etc. and address issues with the team and supporting personnel as they occur
Monitor, track and report equipment uptime/efficiencies and ensure preventative maintenance is completed as scheduled
Perform all required time and attendance responsibilities on a daily and weekly basis
Conduct employee counseling and/or issue write up’s according to protocol
Ensure that all direct reports accurately and timely complete all production related paperwork and/or data entry
Work closely with the BU Area Manager on the Open Issues list to deliver action plans when assigned tasks within the timelines and drive closure to improve overall BU efficiencies
Elevate issues to the BU Area Manager according to procedure and protocol
Report area KPI as required
Attend and/or conduct daily shift, BU or plant meetings
Effectively conduct standard shift to shift handoff protocols
Participate in problem solving activities utilizing 8D methodologies
Provide an environment and culture where safety is the most important manufacturing consideration. All decisions are based first upon our employee’s safety
Instill and sustain a culture where 5S is way of life that the entire BU shares in
Provide an environment supportive of team-based problem solving that facilitates and fosters communication throughout the operation
Ensures that company policies, procedures and goals are adhered to. Also ensure that all actions taken are within the guidelines of the union agreement. Ensure that all Supervisors are treating their employees fairly and consistently. Take corrective action when appropriate to ensure compliance
Work closely with supporting department activities (Human Resources, Production Control, Maintenance, Quality and Engineering) to ensure operational throughput and customer satisfaction
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in a related field and/or equivalent job related experience
3+ years of Manufacturing Experience
Experience working with the UAW
Prior supervision experience
Company
Dana Incorporated
In a world of constant motion, life is about balance. At Dana, our balanced approach considers the people, products, and planet that sustain us all.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$466.77M2023-05-10Post Ipo Debt· $466.77M
2008-02-01IPO
Leadership Team
Jim Kamsickas
President, CEO, and member of the board of directors
Mike Worland
Siesmiq Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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