Manufacturing Supervisor

Founded in 1940, Standard Textile has developed a culture of innovation, quality, and service. With more than 70 patents, its products are engineered to deliver durability, longevity and value. A vertically integrated company, Standard Textile is a leading global provider of total solutions in the institutional textiles and apparel markets. Leveraging textile design, manufacturing and laundry expertise, and its global infrastructure, this company serves customers in the healthcare, hospitality, decorative products and industrial laundry markets worldwide. We offer environmentally friendly products, friendly and diverse co-workers, and a strong commitment to ethical business conduct. Currently, we are seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to be based at our manufacturing facility in Union, SC.

Standard Textile associates enjoy competitive pay and benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k) and paid time off program. Additional benefits include: friendly and diverse co-workers; environmentally friendly products; continuous professional development; promotional opportunities within a growth oriented organization; a global organization committed to integrity, leadership, & customer service and a strong commitment to ethical business conduct. Relocation assistance may be provided for this position.

The Manufacturing Supervisor will be responsible for directing and coordinating manufacturing operations. Must be able to bring innovative ideas to the position and research/develop new product lines. Must be able to supervise associates to ensure job performance by using proper policies and procedures.

Responsibilities Include:
?Communicate instructions, information, support, planning and encouragement effectively to associates. Maintain a high level of morale and control absenteeism and turnover on shift. Write performance appraisals for associates in the department. Review and administer consequences of unacceptable performance through development and maintaining accountability systems
?Maintain an adequate workforce. Complete requisitions for replacements and interview applicants. Work closely with HR in hiring new employees, orientation and training
?Develop a maintenance program and maintain machines in department and understand their capabilities, manufacturer's recommended settings, etc. Make visual inspection of machinery for quality and production. Keep machinery in condition for best performance and highest efficiency via preventive maintenance programs and maintenance performance
?Responsible for meeting and /or exceeding standards of quality, cost, production, efficiency and waste control
?Design and develop new products as requested by our sales force, customers, and changes in the market
?Responsible for internal inventories
?Must generate one new cost saving initiative each quarter and use lean concepts to develop and organize
?Must develop and maintain a training program that assures best utilization of associates and efficiency