Production Supervisor

Company: Sonnax Transmission Company
Location: Laurinburg
Posted on: April 13, 2025

Job Description:

Utilize your production supervisory experience with a stable, industry leading manufacturer where you can make a huge impact and see the fruits of your labor. Enjoy working for a company that invests back in the business in the most cutting-edge equipment.

You'll experience competitive pay (up to $70,000 in your first year), excellent benefits that start on day 1 of employment, and a true family atmosphere where everyone supports each other and celebrates one another's achievements.

Sonnax Transmission Company, the world's largest full-line supplier of torque converter parts, is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to join their 3 rd shift team in Laurinburg, NC .

If you have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing environments with team leadership and/or supervisory experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent , Sonnax wants to hear from you!

Why you should join the Sonnax team:

• Competitive salary : Starting from $60,000 - $70,000/year, based on experience and a 15% shift premium . Plus, the potential for bonuses!
• Strong benefits package that starts on day 1! Medical, dental, vision, wellness programs and resources, 401k plan with company match and discretionary match, paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, potential for annual profit-sharing bonus, company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, employee discounts, education reimbursement program and more!
• Great Environment with Modern Equipment: Enjoy spending your days in a well-organized, clean, climate-controlled facility while working on the newest equipment, producing top-of-the-line automotive parts. Plus, your expertise will be valued when investing in new systems and technology.
• Advancement opportunities : Grow your career with Sonnax! As part of Marmon Holdings, there are many career advancement opportunities globally and within the Laurinburg facility.
• Small company feel with industry giant backing: Enjoy all the benefits of working for a large, stable company while still working for a smaller business where you can make a big impact and be known and recognized for your hard work.
• Strong and stable business: There is always a demand for our automotive products, so you never have to worry about a lack of work. You'll never have a dull day at Sonnax. Minimum requirements:
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing environments with team leadership and/or supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge of ISO Quality systems and LEAN principles.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, working with shop floor personnel and other departments.
  • Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite and enterprise software such as Sage X3 and Aras Innovator preferred.
  • Proficiency in Shop math.
  • Forklift certification. Duties and responsibilities:
    • Maintain a presence on the shop floor to support employees, promote performance to established standards and resolve problems as they occur.
    • Promote a safe work environment, compliance with safety standards and prompt accident reporting.
    • Plan and establish work schedules and assignments in support of production goals.
    • Monitor and maintain adherence to quality standards, production time standards and work instructions.
    • Foster effective employee relations, manage employee performance and provide employee coaching and development.
    • Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies & procedures to staff.
    • Coordinate new employee training as required to ensure acceptable performance of the individual's specific job requirements, as well as to develop an overall awareness of company operations surrounding the individual job function. Communicate and help employees understand company policies.
    • Review records of employee's attendance and hours worked within ADP, time off requests following wage and hour laws/company pay policy.
    • Prepare, compile, and promptly submit reports on KPIs, work activities and operations.
    • Responsible for interviewing and hiring new employees as needed.
    • Complete and deliver annual performance reviews for employees.
    • Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers to troubleshoot or optimize processes.
    • Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
    • Work with other managers to coordinate work in the department and between departments.
    • Execute production control tasks in ERP system as required. May include work order packet creation, production tracking, operation validation and corrections and inventory discrepancy resolution.
    • Engage employees to help recommend and implement measures to improve worker motivation, equipment performance, work methods, and reduce costs.
    • Ability to understand and resolve people and process related problems
    • Ensure proper care and condition of all Sonnax tools and equipment.
    • Perform additional functions as requested by management.
      About the Compan y: Sonnax designs, manufactures, tests and distributes a wide variety of high quality, innovative products used to remanufacture torque converters, rebuild automatic transmissions, upgrade driveshafts and protect the driveline from over-torque damage.
      
      All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
      
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