COMPANY OVERVIEW:
PGI is a privately held company, established in 1996. We are a leading supplier of private label solutions in the automotive industry. Our focus is on designing, manufacturing and distributing products for automotive, diesel, power-sports and specialty filter markets. Our supply chain network now branches across the Pacific and into South America.
- Provides leadership and direction to staff. Plans and assigns work in support of or to meet daily production schedules within quality levels to control standard costs.
- Assures a safe and clean working environment to protect employees from injury.
- Ensures employees are properly trained to perform job functions adequately.
- Actively engaged with employees in the work area on daily basis to review performance/work status, provide instruction and motivate employees in a positive, professional manner
- Works within accepted practices to ensure cost effective utilization of raw materials and personnel is achieved.
- Analyzes and implements corrective actions for minor issues, escalates larger issues.
- Responsible for enforcing adherence to various work rules and/or company policies.
- Works closely with other supervisors in an assigned department to achieve the highest efficiency possible from the department.
- Maintains various forms of documents and records.
- Ensures all safety and environmental policies and procedures are understood and adhered to by all employees and are integrated into daily activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education:
Associates degree in related field or equivalent experience preferred.
Experience:
5+ years experience in Leadership position preferred.
Communication:
Strong communication skills to convey information, motivate employees and train workforce.
Administration:
Basic knowledge of MS Office Software
Handle multiple priorities in a timely manner
Interpersonal Relations:
Build constructive and effective relationships with a broad and diverse group of people
Leadership:
Ability to develop a team environment to accomplish goals. Promote cooperation with projection of a positive behavior.
Analytical and Conceptual:
Use logic and appropriate methods to solve problems with effective solutions
Effectively exercise discretion and independent judgment
Special Skills:
Position related aptitude
Dependability - Must be able to maintain satisfactory record of attendance and conduct. Must be able to work any shift and overtime as required.
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