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Grundfos Area Production Supervisor in Indianapolis, Indiana
Area Production Supervisor - 1st shift Indianapolis [onsite]
Come join a team that makes a difference here and around the world!
Peerless: having no equal; matchless, unrivaled. At Peerless, a Grundfos subsidiary, our team of experts come together with a common passion for manufacturing sustainable pumps that provide peace of mind. Our pumps create more reliable food supplies, clean and safe water, and keep life and property safe around the globe. For nearly a century, the Peerless brand has helped keep people safe where they live, work, and play. We are Pioneers. We are united. We are Peerless! Join our united team!
Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos, is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to join its Indianapolis, IN Machining and Assembly group.
What is the job about?
The Area Production Supervisor will assist Production Management to organize and motivate employees toward achieving departmental goals for safety, quality, training, on-time work orders, housekeeping, and other areas of continuous improvement. Position reports to, and will take functional direction from, the APU Manager.
Your main responsibilities:
Observe Team Members work methods to assure compliance with work instructions
Actively coordinate training and cross training, ensuring needed skills and competencies are captured and employed
Staffing and SIOP process
Coordinates problem solving regarding accidents or near misses, report accidents or near misses to Supervisor, encourage and assure good safety, ergonomic and work practices
Inspect work area for potential safety hazards or problems, assist in the resolution of safety and ergonomic issues.
Train Team members regarding proper work procedures, proper use of tools and equipment, proper safety and Lock-out procedures and good ergonomic practices
Coordinate and communicates with upstream and downstream processes
ADP (employee payroll), vacation approval and time off coordination
Actively drives quality standards by verifying standard work processes on a daily basis. Confirms effectiveness of corrective actions and assist in solving quality issues.
Accurately and promptly identifies, contains and escalates processes that may lead to scrap.
Report operating status and conditions (breakdowns)
Actively participates in the MRB process and disposition of materials.
Competencies
A desire to be in a leadership role and accept the responsibilities of meeting production goals.
Possess a demonstrated ability to work within a team.
Understand and demonstrate a proactive safety approach.
Possess good problem solving skills.
Proven ability to direct, train, and give guidance on the operation of machinery and processes.
Must maintain a good attendance record.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
Strong in oral and written communications.
Key Success Factors
Key measures include but not limited to production order performance, Employee Motivation Survey, lost time incidents/near misses, improvement proposals, On-time performance
Posting, Reporting, and Work Relations
This role will work closely with Planning, Quality, Logistics, Project Managers, and Customer Service Representatives to ensure we are meeting customer demands and deadlines. This role will also work with the EHS Manager to meet and improve safety standards.
Your background
We imagine that you have:
Associates degree *preferred - experience in lieu accepted
3-5 years minimum machining production experience
2 years minimum Peerless Pump, LaBour Taber, (or related) assembly experience *preferred
Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support.
What’s in it for you?
What are your goals? Here at Peerless it’s our mission to enable you develop and fulfil your aspirations, both career and personal. You’ll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.
In addition, your day-to-day benefits as a regular, full-time employee include:
5 paid holidays;
paid time off for volunteering;
up to 20 paid vacation days a year accrued by date of hire.
Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings.
Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.
Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
Do you want to learn more?
If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact Recruiter at bhummel@grundfos.com
If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply” .
We look forward to hearing from you.
If you would like to dig deeper into the Peerless universe, please visit us and check out why our employees are Peerless. I am PEERLESS! (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DD8lv_BIjk4)
Peerless participates in E-verify and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions subject to post offer drug screening and background checks.
Peerless needs and welcomes professional people from all corners and backgrounds by providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Employment decisions at Peerless and Grundfos are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Learn more about your rights as an applicant and pay transparency. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
About Grundfos
Grundfos is one of the world’s leading water technology companies with more than 19.000 employees in 60+ countries all over the world. Our skills commit us to pioneering solutions to the world’s water and climate challenges and improve the quality of life for people. We dare to do things that others cannot or dare not do, as we believe innovation is not only a business opportunity, but an obligation. And what really matters to us is not short term profit, but the impact we make. By becoming part of our united powerful team, you too can drive this change no matter your role.
An inclusive team
If you like the look of this job and know you can bring your skills to contribute to our purpose, please apply. We need and welcome professional people from all corners – however you identify and whatever your background is.
Grundfos provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensations and training.