Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Smith-Blair, a Xylem brand: Reliable repair solutions in the industry that addresses today's infrastructure needs to ensure pipeline integrity into the futureManufacturing & Production Supervisor – Saddle DepartmentThe Manufacturing & Production Supervisor –Is responsible for managing Saddle departmental production operations and personnel to ensure daily objectives and customer requirements are consistently met. This role involves overseeing all aspects of production activities, maintaining workflow efficiency, and supporting a safe and compliant work environment.Work Environment:This position operates in both a climate-controlled office and a manufacturing plant setting. Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds and extended periods of exposure to both indoor and outdoor environments.Shift Requirements: First Shift Operations. Location: 30 Globe Avenue Texarkana, AR 71854CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Responsible for supervising all employees within their area of responsibility to achieve daily production demands in the most efficient manner possible.
- Responsible for evaluating each employee in regard to productivity, attitude and initiative.
- Must assure compliance with all company policies and take disciplinary action when required in a fair and equitable manner.
- Must assure that individual and departmental efficiencies and utilization goals are sustained.
- Must assure that all production schedules are met to maintain a 97% minimum “On Time Delivery” level.
- Must assure that all safety and environmental standards are maintained to the highest level.
- Must communicate with all levels of management and supply production demand data as required by all levels of management.
- Must maintain accurate attendance information for each employee under their responsibility.
- Must assure that each employee receives the proper training with regard to Machine Operation, health and safety.
- Must adhere to all “Articles and Sections” of the collective bargaining agreement with the USW.
- Must maintain a clean and orderly production area.
- Participate in training activities, both on and off site.
- Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities
- High School diploma, Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree desired or equivalent applicable work experience.
- Analytical abilities sufficient to handle all issues associated with supervision.
- Interpersonal skills necessary to deal with employee issues and concerns.
- Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures and operations.
- Working knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Must be able to handle confidential information and project assignments.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Must be good and effective with written and verbal communications.
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
Skills Required
- High school diploma, Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree (or equivalent applicable work experience)
- Analytical abilities sufficient to handle supervisory issues
- Interpersonal skills to address employee issues and concerns
- Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and operations
- Working knowledge of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (USW)
- Ability to handle confidential information and project assignments
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds and tolerate indoor/outdoor manufacturing environments
What We Do
Xylem |ˈzīləm| 1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots; 2) a leading global water technology company. Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas. If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!
