Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. / Production Supervisor / Mechanic Falls, Maine
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Auburn Manufacturing, Inc, having 2 plants(Auburn & Mechanic Falls), locally owned and operated for 46 plus years, is seeking a Production Supervisor to be based at our Mechanic Falls Plant. This position, reporting to the Production Manager, assumes responsibility for manufacturing operations for the Mechanic Falls Plant. Works with Master Scheduler to schedule production for product orders. Supervises production personnel for two shifts. FULL TIME
Requirements of the Production Supervisor
Associate’s degree in manufacturing or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least three years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; textile manufacturing preferred.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Word, spreadsheets, databases, and production/inventory software.
Experience with inventory management systems and MRP; NetSuite experience preferred.
Ability to travel between company locations in Auburn and Mechanic Falls as needed.
Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising and supporting employees across multiple shifts.
Ability to obtain Fork Truck Operator certification.
Background in textile weaving and related machinery (opener, carding, Dref, twisting, looms) preferred.
Benefits of the Job:
Annual pay: $75 – $85K, Depending on Experience
Health insurance (3 plans) Vision, Dental
Life and accident insurance
Short term/long term disability
Vacation
Sick/personal time
401K with company match
10 paid holidays
The use of the company camp on Rangeley Lake
Uniforms/PPE: company pays for 50% of uniform rental and $150 every 2 years for OSHA approved prescription glasses
Responsibilities of the Production Supervisor:
Oversee daily production operations to ensure products meet specifications.
Partner with the Master Scheduler to meet customer orders and optimize workflow.
Manage raw material and finished goods inventory, including cycle counts and reporting.
Supervise production staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management.
Monitor productivity and support departmental budgeting efforts.
Coordinate with internal departments to address production and scheduling needs.
Oversee preventative maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime.
Maintain safety, housekeeping, and compliance standards throughout the facility.
Support quality control through inspection oversight and participation in quality discussions.
Maintain accurate production records and documentation within the ERP system.
Auburn Manufacturing is a locally owned and operated Maine company for 46 years. With 2 locations in Mechanics Falls and Auburn Maine. AMI is an industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced textiles for extreme-heat environments, as part of the finishing process.
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Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
