JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Flexibility 

•    Onsite: This position requires an employee to be on-site on a full-time basis.

We run together. We’re stronger together. You belong here.

At Meritor, we live by the Meritor Code – our shared commitment to be our best. Each one of us contributes to our culture rooted in driving innovation and championing inclusion for all. Our success has always been centered on collaboration, bringing together diverse talent and ideas to drive innovation and promote continuous learning. We empower our team members to do what’s right for our customers and each other every day, championing flexible and sustainable teamwork where everyone feels valued and can make an impact. 

Our Laurinburg/Maxton, NC facility has an excellent opportunity for a Supervisor, Manufacturing (3rd shift -10:00pm-6:10am). This Supervisor, Manufacturing is responsible for the facilitation of a self-managed work team. Primary responsibility is to ensure the team has the resources, skills, training, materials and information to safely produce a quality part, which meets customer specifications and schedules within cost specifications. The person selected for this position will be responsible for reviewing production schedules and coordinating the flow of materials and manufacturing of finished goods to the Customer by performing the following duties through facilitation of the Team Leader, Working Leader, and Utility positions in each respective team.

Job Responsibilities:

•    Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality system;

•    Identify and record any product, process, and quality system problems;

•    Initiate, recommend or provide solutions through designated channels;

•    Verify the implementation of solutions;

•    Control further processing, delivery or installation of non-conforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected as defined by the applicable procedures and/or by delegation of the appropriate Manufacturing Manager.

•    Ensure full compliance to the Standards of Business Conduct through familiarity with related policies and procedures. 

•    Train and motivate subordinates in the importance of full compliance with the letter and spirit of such policies and procedures.

•    Ensure department goals for safety, quality, and throughput are achieved within AOP budgets.

•    Train and develop team members on work processes and requirements to ensure functioning in a safe and efficient environment.

•    Provide production and schedule related information and serve as a communication link between the team and the organization.

•    Transition business performance data analysis skills to team members.

•    Facilitate the performance evaluation process.

•    Coach team members for increased performance; counsel and take corrective action when necessary.

•    Provide and develop leadership. Develop environment where team members coach team members.

•    Participate in plant wide task/project teams.

•    Identify and transition team administrative tasks.

•    Suggests changes in work methods and use of equipment to increase safety and efficiency both within 

•    Manufacturing, Materials and Engineering. Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.

•    Maintain plant/corporate expectations for policies and procedures, safety, housekeeping (5S) & environmental (ISO 14001); quality (TS16949); HR, production, IT, finance, materials, maintenance and engineering while achieving or exceeding the Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost goals.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS

•    High School Diploma required. College degree in business, engineering, social sciences preferred.

•    Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a heavy industrial, manufacturing environment required.

•    Minimum of 10-15 years supervisory experience with demonstrated problem solving, lean manufacturing, and leadership abilities required if no degree.

•    Minimum 3-5 years of proven leadership in an manufacturing environment required.

•    Automotive manufacturing experience preferred in addition to Statistical Quality Control, Design of experiments, Quality Planning, and Product Safety & Liability and Six Sigma Greenbelt certification.

•    Excellent oral and written communication skills required, with the demonstrated ability to work in a team environment. 

•    Demonstrated interpersonal skills in motivating, problem solving, counseling, evaluating, and training team members

Bonus Potential:

This position is eligible for Meritor’s Incentive Compensation Plan, which offers payouts based on company performance, job level, and individual performance.

Benefits:

Meritor provides a comprehensive total rewards benefit program. Options include medical, dental, vision, Health savings account, flexible spending accounts, retirement savings plan, sickness and accident benefits, life insurance, paid vacation & holidays, employee assistance program, vehicle discounts and more.

Diversity Statement:

At Meritor, all are welcome. Our focus is on creating a people-focused culture that enables each one of us to perform at our best. Celebrating the uniqueness of our individual team members helps us build diverse teams where we all can thrive. At Meritor, we run together. You belong here.

Meritor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.