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INTRODUCTION

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Salem NH plant, you will be a Production Supervisor, reporting directly to the Plant Manager.

• Ensure a safety drive culture
• Ensure expectations are clearly articulated, ensure safe work practices are adhered to, and hold employees accountable for safety infractions - investigate as needed
• Provide daily direction and training to shop floor employees who perform work in production, assembly, and other areas, ensuring efficient operations and processes
• Manage performance, productivity, attendance, quality, and housekeeping expectations and drive personal accountability
• Address performance problems recognition, and provide coaching where appropriate
• Ensure policies and work practices are administered in a fair and consistent fashion
• Create a culture of self-directed behavior, accountability, process, and performance excellence
• Ensure a continuous focus is placed on process improvement and reduction of waste
• Empower and encourage employees to continually evaluate and improve daily processes
• Report and track shift metrics
• Communicate with staff and employees to drive alignment and consistency in goals and company objectives and meeting or exceeding customer expectations
• Shift available: 2nd shift

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Must have demonstrated ability to coach, drive accountability, resolve conflict, and manage performance expectations
- 2-4 years experience in a manufacturing setting as a supervisor
- Working knowledge of equipment and production processes preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt and flex styles in a quickly changing team environment
- Must be a strong team player, proactive in stepping in to support other members, sharing knowledge and cross-training to build collaborative relationships
- Demonstrated success in problem solving, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills
- Strong organizational and planning skills - able to prioritize
- Able to take action, anticipating the needs of internal and external customers
- Able to use creativity to seek quality solutions and process improvements
- Works well under pressure
- Excelling communication skills required - verbal and written
- Must possess basic project management skills to allow for facilitation of process improvement activities
- General computer skills required (Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.)
- Shift flexibility preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

- 3+ direct reports of technicians and/or production staff
- Has formal supervisory responsibilities; sets priorities for and coaches associates to meet deadlines
- Has performance management and people development responsibility for associates under their care

PAY & BENEFITS

- Full-Time
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
- Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
- 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
- Tuition Reimbursement

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.