Operations Manager

Johnson Controls , a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years , Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for assuring that the assigned department is operated in the most profitable and efficient basis through proper utilization of assigned manpower, materials, equipment and space.  This role directly supervises Production Team members. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. How you will do it Supervise production team members performing production operations and must be thoroughly knowledgeable 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 probationary team members based on attendance, performance, attitude, potential, etc.  Recommends candidates for hire, promotion and demotion transfer or release. Responsible for the communication and support of all JCMS (Johnson Controls Manufacturing System) and HPT (High Performance Team) related activities as it relates to employees and role level. Responsible for maintaining manpower 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 (i.e. 5S, Materials at Point of Use, MRB, and Quality at the Source as well as others as required). Continuously analyzes the assigned area of responsibility for improved methods of production, tool design communication and reporting, cost controls and makes recommendations to production manager 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 production manager for disposition. Required to meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers with established specifications with scheduled completion dates.  Works closely with other departments as well as coordinating activities.  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. PAF's, Time off Requests, etc.). Contact Engineering and Maintenance for required repair work. When applicable study operation where cost standards are not being met to determine causes and implement corrective action. Develop among the assigned team members a consciousness of the need for teamwork to attain departmental and Johnson Controls Inc. (JCI) goals and objectives. Support and carry out management philosophy and vision. Attend safety and quality meetings when needed. Promote plant wide teamwork and