Sr. Production Supervisor

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

In this outstanding role, you will have the opportunity to drive a culture of continuous improvement and ensure our manufacturing operations achieve world-class standards! As a Sr. Production Supervisor at nVent Management Company, your contributions will be crucial in crafting a flawless and efficient production environment. In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Be a change agent and drive out waste throughout the manufacturing operation by successfully implementing Lean methodologies.

• Foster a continuous improvement culture by involving employees in problem-solving and decision-making processes, and recognize them for their outstanding contributions.

• Lead day-to-day production activities within the value stream(s) to ensure current commitments are met while strategically making improvements.

• Track daily performance using process center communication boards.

• Ensure a clean and orderly working environment, emphasizing the prevention of potential issues and hazardous conditions, and support nVent’s safety programs.

• Manage requisitioning, training, directing, appraising, and disciplining manufacturing operations employees assigned to the Production Area / Value Streams.

• Assist in developing and implementing current and future state value stream maps and continuous improvement plans.

• Support the development and implementation of new processes and products.

• Develop key improvement projects and perform additional related duties as needed.

• Move or equivalent experience within the facility to facilitate work teams, solve problems, and communicate with employees and management.

• Coordinate people management areas such as performance management, time and attendance, and progressive discipline.

YOU HAVE:

• A High School diploma or GED or equivalent experience (Associate’s degree preferred).

• 3+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in manufacturing.

• 1+ years in a leadership role.

• A demonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present and influence views clearly and compellingly.

• Conflict resolution skills, including addressing differences of opinion or facts effectively.

• Ability to work in both office and production environments, meeting physical and environmental demands.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being.  We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.