Supervisor, Manufacturing

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.

We are #EnergizedByGrowth.

DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Overall Scope:

The Supervisor, Manufacturing supervises and coordinates employees and processes to meet internal and external customer needs. Provides visual management tools and supports continual improvement measures. Effectively manages and supports operational activities in accordance with company policy and procedure. Assures that the appropriate materials, tooling, visual management tools, equipment, and supervision are provided to the work areas.

• Safety
• Quality
• Productivity

Mission Statement:

Revolutionizing fueling operations globally by optimizing safety, efficiency, reliability, and environmental sustainability through innovative fuel handling and information management solutions.

Accountabilities:

Efficiently and effectively assist with the satisfactory completion and administration of the following items to meet the needs of both internal and external customers.  

1.    Safety

2.    Quality assurance

3.    Associate Training

4.    Product Assembly

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the quality of the employees’ work and provide any needed assistance to ensure the quality of the products and the safety of the employees.

• Assure proper management of all production shifts and employees.

• Coordinate manufacturing needs with other departments and support them in attaining the company’s mission of customer satisfaction.

• Assure proper monitoring and compliance of employees to OPW policies.

• Assure the training needed is provided to employees.

• Provide visual management tools and increase visual management in shop.

• Work to improve inventory management by WIP Completing parts in the system promptly, working with the material handler to sustain accuracy of the Gate area, checking BOMs for any discrepancies, improving Complete locations and backflush locations in the system, and counting parts to check the system as needed.

• Support and supply continual improvement procedures to improve the efficiency of the area.

• Work to improve 5S in the factory.

• Other activities as needed.

Experience/Qualifications:

• 5 + years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment.

• 5 + years’ experience as a line leader or supervisor in manufacturing and/or quality in a manufacturing setting.

• Working knowledge of ERP and support systems as it relates to accountabilities.

• Experience in dealing with various skill sets within a production climate.  This includes, but is not limited to, assemblers, machinists, maintenance, material handlers, and team/group leaders.

• A proven track record within key functional areas with measurements of on-time production, order completion, machine/equipment maintenance, material flow, supply chain, and production efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, or business-related field. Relative experience will be considered in place of a degree.

• Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma training are preferred.

• Must be able to use required PPE.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in weather extremes

• Must be able to stand/walk throughout the shift

• Must be able to wear required PPE

• Must be able to work overtime based on business needs

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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