Supervisor Production, 1st Shift

Job description

Supervisor Production, 1st Shift Description

Introduction

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries\. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond\. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility\. Our portfolio also covers high\-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts\.

Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen\. We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products\. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen\. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work \(Silao\), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum\.

We look forward to getting to know you and sharing more about our values and local benefits\.

What awaits you

• Lead and manage employees including training, development, coaching and guidance
• Coordination of manufacturing production lines utilizing all people, parts and equipment resources
• Create and train standardized work for team
• Detect, fix and or escalate abnormalities
• Organizing continuous improvement activities in the area
• Complete EHS, 5S, LPA 2 audits and monitor daily completion of LPA 1 audits
• Interface between Shipping & Receiving, Logistics and Planning as well as other departments and customers
• Collect, report and monitor KPI's along with other required data and reporting
• Support trial runs and other projects
• Ensure best practices are implemented and maintained
• Ensure that equipment is utilized appropriately and maintained to the optimal level Qualifications What you’ll need to succeed:
• Degree in relatable field such as Business, Organizational Leadership, Operations Management Engineering, etc\. + 3 years experience in leadership or supervisory position in a manufacturing environment
• SAP familiarity and utilization experience
• Microsoft Office proficiency, Kronos timekeeping software experience
• Previous supervision experience leading and managing hourly workforce

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package, tuition reimbursement program, climate controlled facility, and many other perks\.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment Preference given to Veterans of the U\. S\. Armed Forces\.

Recruiting Company

Kautex

Primary Location

US-Indiana-Avilla

Job Function

Manufacturing

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Manager without Direct Reports

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

09/29/2026, 5:28:07 AM

Job Number

343616