PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

NN, Inc., Precision Bearing Components Group – Erwin, TN

Company Profile:

NN, Inc is a global bearing components manufacturing company, with manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. The Company’s products include precision balls, cylindrical and tapered rollers, metal and plastic bearing cages and engineered precision metal components. The Company’s products are sold globally, primarily to customers in automotive and general industrial end markets in Europe, North and South America, and Asia. NN, Inc. is a publicly-owned company (NASDAQ: NNBR) headquartered in Johnson City, Tennessee.

Scope of Position:

Supervises, directs and coordinates activities of production workers and team leads located within his/her department by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for attaining the safety, quality, productivity, cost and schedule goals for the shift with a daily report out.

Manages the shift manpower needs including job assignments, vacation scheduling, overtime planning and other absence coverage. Maintains daily time and attendance system.

Aggressively drives continuous improvement projects (Level 3), in coordination with the site Level 3 Manager focused on 5S, TPM and process capability / quality improvement. Facilitate KAIZEN’s as needed.

Facilitates the shift team meetings fostering an environment of active employee involvement and problem solving. Takes initiative to champion issues which negatively impact performance.

Communicates and coordinate with the incoming and outgoing shift supervisors to ensure all critical information is passed on.

Develop all team members and maintain the shift training matrix to ensure depth and cross trained employees for flexibility.

Monitors the process by checking cut rates, coolant, feed rates, cycle times and other related functions associated with production of the product. Resolves problems as needed.

Complete annual performance reviews.

Experience and Education:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 5 years manufacturing supervision experience is required. An undergraduate degree in business or a related technical field, with 5 years’ manufacturing supervision experience is preferred.

PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR

NN, Inc., Precision Bearing Components Group – Erwin, TN

Critical Skills and Competencies:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

Ability to directly supervise 2-20 employees and will carry out supervisor responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Knowledge and experience in training and development, planning, assigning, and directing work of employees.

Experience in appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining of employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Working knowledge and application of Continuous Improvement Tools. Knowledge and understanding of metal working and manufacturing processes. Excellent interpersonal, managerial, and time management skills. Leadership presence – Possess the ability to interest and convince others when

changes are required. Ability to demonstrate exceptional analytical, written and oral communication

skills, as well commonly used software applications such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Compensation:

A base salary and discretionary bonus plan are included, along with a full benefits program.

To Apply:

To be considered for this opportunity, submit your résumé and salary requirements to eric.hawkins@nninc.com