Materials Supervisor Location: Warren, MI: Duration: 5-6 months with possible contract to hire Job Description Summary: Assist plant superintendent by assuring that the assigned production department is operated in the most profitable and efficient way through proper utilization of assigned Client, materials, equipment and space. The position is responsible for organizing all assigned resources to produce products according to the current schedule, and according to the approved quality standard. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Supervise production team members performing production operations and must have thorough knowledge regarding the team member handbook, safety manual, all rules, programs and procedures that pertain to production team members. Responsible for orientation and on the job training of team members in the safe, efficient operation of equipment. Instills good housekeeping of their immediate work area in all employees so that visitors may be received in the plant at any time. Evaluate team members based on attendance, performance, attitude, potential, etc. Responsible for maintaining Client within the assigned department at authorized levels. Re-assigns team members on ‘down equipment’ to eliminate unfavorable labor variances. Observes production operation within their area of control to ascertain compliance with methods, quality standards, safety regulations, production standards, and efficient operation of equipment: takes corrective action to eliminate any deviation. Continuously analyzes the assigned area of responsibility for improved methods of production, tool design communication and reporting, cost controls and makes recommendations to plant superintendent for disposition. Consults with team members regarding on-the-job problems to include low production, poor quality, poor attendance, tardiness, etc. Documents any and all problems and provides action plans to plant superintendent for disposition. In case of emergency, direct team member to their assigned safe area. Process all required forms in a timely manner for payroll and Human Resources (i.e. employee status form, timecards, PTO sheets, EIRP reward, etc.). Contact Engineering and Maintenance for required repair work. With the Plant Manager and Operation Manager, study operation where cost standards are not being met to determine causes and apply corrective action. Assist assigned team members in understanding the need for teamwork to attain departmental and objectives. Support and carry out corporate philosophy and vision. Attend safety and quality meetings when needed. Actively participate in Health/Safety/Environmental investigations and the 8D process in order to develop root cause analysis for problem resolution. Ensure required Safety Audits are complete for you and your team. Reporting accidents, occupational illnesses, and HSEE emergencies, and inform supervisor of known HSEE conditions which could adversely affect other team members, assets or to the public. Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and ensure safe working procedures in assigned production areas. Must be able to evaluate color. Required Skills Some college or bachelor's degree is needed. Required Years of Experience 2+ yrs in a supervisory position in any industry As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.