Lead Production Supervisor

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE JOB:

• The Lead Supervisor plays a critical role in managing and optimizing daily production operations within the Production area.
• This position is responsible for ensuring that production targets related to output, quality, and delivery are consistently met while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency.
• The Lead Supervisor serves as a key liaison between production teams and cross-functional departments, including Engineering, Planning, Quality, and Human Resources.
• In addition to supervising production operators and line leaders, the Lead Supervisor also manages a team of engineers, driving process improvements, supporting new product introductions, and implementing lean manufacturing initiatives.
• The role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• The Lead Supervisor is also accountable for workforce planning and development, ensuring that the team is well-trained, motivated, and capable of meeting both current and future production demands.
• This includes identifying training needs, developing skill matrices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Production Management – 40%

• 1.1 Daily review production schedule and react to manufacturing production problems in real time to ensure timely delivery of products and production output meets the target.

• 1.2 Daily review production schedule with the planner to minimize WIP and implement JIT.

• 1.3 Do cost reduction by efficient material usage, setup change, training and human error, power and facility saving.

• 1.4 Manage and control tools to ensure enough for production and the right storage and maintenance conditions.

• 1.5 Arrange manpower, equipment or another source to minimize production lead time and ensure parts are delivered as promised and on time.

• 1.6 Ensure production factory supplies are ordered on time for manufacturing needs and factory supply and tool expense costs are within budget.

• 1.7 Review headcount by production volume, then work with HR for operator interviews and hiring.

• 1.8 Support trainers to review schedules and define training needs for on-the-job training, quality, EHS training or other training.

• 1.9 Work with related departments to develop and implement production schedule software into the production line.

• 1.10 Check and provide corrective action for work order variance and floor stock adjustment if they do not meet the target.

• 1.11 Coordinate with engineering teams to implement process improvements, monitor results, and ensure the sustainability of changes in production lines.

• 1.12 Lead daily Gemba walks and production floor audits to identify abnormalities and ensure compliance with 5S, safety, and quality standards.

• 1.13 Analyze production KPIs and initiate corrective actions or improvement projects to meet performance targets.

2. Quality Control – 30%

• 2.1 Check and ensure that operators follow procedures during operation at each workstation.

• 2.2 Check and ensure that parts are within specification before delivery to the next process step or shipment. Provide corrective action if escaping PPM to assembly is higher than the target.

• 2.3 Control processes according to ISO requirements and take action for ISO, TS, and customer audits.

• 2.4 Daily control yield to meet targets and check the nonconformance Pareto to provide proper corrective action.

• 2.5 Ensure that SPC is used efficiently and corrective actions based on control charts are implemented properly.

• 2.6 Work with process engineers to analyze and reduce yield loss and rework rates.

• 2.7 Conduct regular line audits and layered process audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and identify potential risks before they escalate.

• 2.8 Collaborate with customer quality and engineering teams to investigate quality complaints, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective/preventive actions.

• 2.9 Monitor and analyze quality KPIs (e.g., defect rate, first pass yield, customer return rate) and lead improvement initiatives to meet or exceed quality targets.

3. Human Resource Management & Line Improvement – 20%

• 3.1 Weekly review production schedules to plan resources and overtime work, ensuring overtime compliance with laws.

• 3.2 Control human performance and recognition, and support operators' performance appraisals.

• 3.3 Review the training matrix and production forecast to request cross-training for flexible production capacity.

• 3.4 Build teamwork, resolve conflicts among employees, and focus on employee satisfaction.

• 3.5 Use time studies, motion studies, and lean manufacturing to improve OEE, productivity, Line of Balance, and production lead time.

• 3.6 Develop key employees at each process step to perform more complicated jobs or jobs requiring higher skills.

• 3.7 Monitor employee attendance, discipline, and compliance with company policies; take timely action to address violations or performance issues in coordination with HR.

• 3.8 Lead employee engagement initiatives such as suggestion systems, recognition programs, and team-building activities to improve morale and retention.

• 3.9 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement digital tools and systems (e.g., MES, e-training platforms) that enhance workforce productivity and operational transparency.

4. Reporting & Documentation – 5%

• 4.1 Develop and maintain databases and management systems to support quality, performance appraisal, and shop floor control documentation.

• 4.2 Provide daily production status reports to the Production Manager. Recommend actions if production does not meet targets or work orders cannot be closed as promised.

• 4.3 Complete monthly reports on time and present results to the team, including production output, work order variance, floor stock adjustment, productivity, and expenses.

5. Other Responsibilities – 5%

• 5.1 Check safety requirements daily to ensure operators wear PPE according to procedural requirements during operations.

• 5.2 Ensure the ventilation and dust collection systems work properly and waste disposal is handled correctly.

• 5.3 Train employees, maintain 5S on the production floor, and participate in 5S audits when requested.

• 5.4 Support special projects as required.

• Ngày làm việc: T2 - T6 • Giờ làm việc: 09:00 - 18:00 • Cấp bậc: Quản lý • Loại công việc: Toàn thời gian