Job Information
Aerotek Operations Supervisor in Ypsilanti, Michigan
Description:
Meet business objectives for department regarding: safety, quality productivity, responsiveness, etc. Counsel/Support hourly employees with needs/concerns as required Address performance behaviors; commend & reinforce those that are positives, discourage and discipline those that are negative Uses Quality Network problem solving process to address opportunities within area - engage work force for ideas Apply Workplace Organization (WPO) process to improve layouts and efficiency Perform daily Timekeeping System (TKS) updating to ensure accurate processing of payroll data Use A-3 reporting format to document problem solving activities and observe local A-3 guidelines Conduct daily huddle-up meeting to communicate business performance and have two-way discussion with employees Perform and document weekly safety observation tour of department Plan daily work load in advance Support colleagues to optimize shift performance Observe contractual requirements (National & Local) Enforce Shop Rules Perform daily SOP audit checks Advance skills through Individual Development Plan (IDP) process Keep General Supervisor Shop Committee apprised of all pending activities
Skills:
manager, management, supervisory skills, supervisor, union experience, uaw, problem solving, process improvement, Logistics, Inventory, Supervision, Warehouse management, Shipping and receiving, Warehouse inventory, Supply chain, automotive, automotive industry, automotive manufacturing
Top Skills Details:
manager,management,supervisory skills,supervisor,union experience,uaw,problem solving,process improvement
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
People skills - have to be able to communicate with a diverse group of employees, cater to their needs, be empathetic to situations but also drive performance Multi tasking - this is a very fast paced environment with priorities constantly changing between coaching employee behaviors to drive throughput, maintaining a clean and safe environment, reporting of team goals throughout your shift Problem solving and maintaining performance when faced with challenges on the job - how well do they identify and resolve problems Direct supervision/management of employee's, preferably in a union environment, Looking for candidates that come from an Automotive UAW manufacturing/assembly/warehousing environment - must demonstrate ability to lead, motivate, and perform progressive discipline (verbal counseling, write up, termination) - must be willing, able, not afraid to hold UAW team members accountable and work through progressive discipline process up to and including termination of employees, this is the number 1 most important skill (very hard for someone that comes from a non union environment to excel in this area) Experience leading process improvements or special projects - examples of when they have identified and implemented process improvements or lead special projects as a supervisor/manager
Experience Level:
Expert Level
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.