Assistant Production Supervisor

RTC•Romeoville, IL

About The Position

The Assistant Production Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring the effective utilization of the workforce in the assigned production area. This will include utilizing all available resources to produce the necessary products at the lowest cost to the company, while effectively prioritizing and managing time/resources to achieve maximum productivity and accuracy. In this position, you will supervise, train, and monitor department personnel.

Requirements

Must be 18 years or older.
Degree in manufacturing, engineering, or business, and/or 1-2 years relevant experience preferred.
Strong computer skills, in particular, Microsoft Office (Intermediate to Advanced in Excel).
Experience with ERP systems preferred (LN, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
Experience working in a machining/production environment with machine programming knowledge is a plus.
Strong technical skills required.
Knowledge of operating Vacforming or Screen Print machines is a plus.
Must be a motivated self-starter.
Must be a team player.
Must work well with all associates in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Degree in manufacturing, engineering, or business, and/or 1-2 years relevant experience preferred.
Experience with ERP systems preferred (LN, SAP, Oracle, etc.).
Experience working in a machining/production environment with machine programming knowledge is a plus.
Knowledge of operating Vacforming or Screen Print machines is a plus.

Responsibilities

Effective utilization of the workforce in the production area assigned.
Utilize all resources available to produce the necessary product with the least cost to the company.
Effectively prioritize and manage time/resources for maximum productivity and accuracy.
Supervise, train, and monitor department personnel. Handle conflict effectively.
Review bills of material and shop orders for accuracy.
Must have working knowledge of Microsoft applications, e-mail, ERP, etc.
Identify problems, inform appropriate departments, and work together to find workable solutions.
Solve problems and implement method changes and process improvements, which will decrease cycle times and increase setup efficiency.
Program, operate, and troubleshoot machines without assistance through process improvements.
Recommends improvements in manufacturing and production operations
Follows production schedules to ensure production orders are completed on time.
Coordinates production jobs for efficiency and analyzes production priorities.
Return to stock material is being counted correctly and properly identified.
Good communication within the department and other departments.
Represents RTC in a professional manner by demonstrating considerate and respectful behavior.
Ensure direct and indirect labor is reported accurately and promptly for payroll and cost accounting purposes.
Responsible for safety and setting 6S standards in the department.

Benefits

401(K) Plan with company match (we also offer a Roth option!)
Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (choose from two PPO plans and one HMO plan based on your deductible comfort level)
Dental Insurance with two plan options (both PPO Plans)
Flexible Spending for Health and/or Dependent Care
Commuter Transit benefit
Critical illness benefit
Life Insurance (we cover 3 times your salary - you can purchase more)
Short-Term Disability Coverage (we'll cover this for you too - you can choose to purchase long-term disability)
2 weeks of paid Parental Leave
17 PTO Days (full year)
12 Paid Holidays
Tuition Assistance
Volunteer Time Off (VTO) plus company-sponsored volunteer events
Business casual dress code (every day)
PTO is encouraged not only for vacations but mental health breaks.
Work/Life resources such as Legal, Financial, and Counseling are available through our Employee Assistance Program.
Fitness Center is available in Romeoville for all Plant Associates.
Discounts to eligible fitness centers for associates enrolled with Blue Cross.
Preventative Care is covered at 100% (annual check-ups and screenings).
Lactation rooms are available for new mothers at all 3 plant locations.
Annual flu clinic at Romeoville and Rolling Meadows for our associates and any dependents covered on our health plan. Flu shots are covered by insurance if the associate elects to go elsewhere.