Job Title: Automotive Production Supervisor – Body in White Location: Wentzville, Missouri Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Automotive Production Supervisor to lead operations within a high-volume Body in White (BIW) manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for overseeing daily production activities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency targets are met, while fostering a positive and compliant union work environment. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience supervising union-represented employees and a solid understanding of employee relations, including grievance procedures and contract compliance. Key Responsibilities: Supervise and coordinate daily production activities within the Body in White department, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards Lead, coach, and develop a team of hourly union employees in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and UAW (or applicable union) contract requirements Actively manage employee relations, including interpreting and applying the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) Handle employee grievances in accordance with established grievance procedures; investigate issues, document findings, and participate in resolution processes Partner with union representatives and HR to maintain a collaborative and respectful labor-management relationship Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including throughput, scrap, downtime, and labor efficiency; implement continuous improvement initiatives Support lean manufacturing practices and drive process improvements to optimize production flow Ensure proper staffing levels, manage attendance, and administer discipline in accordance with company policy and union guidelines Facilitate shift meetings, communicate expectations, and provide clear direction to team members Coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to resolve production issues and improve processes Qualifications: High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field preferred 3+ years of supervisory experience in an automotive manufacturing environment, preferably in Body in White Proven experience supervising union employees and working within a collective bargaining environment Strong knowledge of employee grievance procedures and experience handling grievances through resolution Understanding of BIW processes such as welding, stamping, assembly, and structural body systems Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, and communication skills Ability to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends as needed Proficiency with production systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a high-volume OEM automotive plant Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies Prior experience partnering with UAW leadership and participating in labor negotiations or discussions Key Competencies: Leadership Team Development Labor Relations Contract Compliance Problem Solving Decision Making Communication Conflict Resolution Continuous Improvement Mindset Work Environment: This position operates in a manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. Proper PPE is required.
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