Geni-Belt Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Supply Chain

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: Assembly Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assembly Supervisor is responsible for leading, coordinating, and supporting assembly associates in the safe, efficient, and quality-focused building of automated sorting system assemblies. This role oversees the mechanical and electromechanical assembly of GENI-Belt™ cross belt sortation equipment and related subassemblies in accordance with drawings, specifications, schedules, and company standards.

The Assembly Supervisor provides daily direction to assembly personnel, ensures adherence to safety and quality requirements, supports production schedules, and drives continuous improvement initiatives. This position reports to the Assembly Manager and performs any additional duties as requested.

CHARACTER QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Innovation – Creates a culture of continuous improvement in people, processes, and production methods.
2. Integrity – Leads with honesty, transparency, and consistency in all decisions and actions.
3. Service – Supports internal customers and team members by removing obstacles and enabling success.
4. Ownership – Takes full accountability for team performance, safety, quality, and results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Lead and supervise assembly associates building GENI-Belt™ sorter systems and subassemblies.
2. Assign daily work based on production schedules, manpower availability, and priorities.
3. Ensure associates understand and follow prints, drawings, work instructions, and procedures.
4. Monitor assembly processes to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
5. Provide hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting support for mechanical, electromechanical, and drivetrain assemblies.
6. Inspect work-in-process and completed assemblies to ensure conformance to requirements.
7. Enforce company safety policies and ensure a safe, organized, and compliant work environment.
8. Support training and onboarding of new assembly associates and cross-training within the team.
9. Address nonconforming material, rework, and corrective actions as required.
10. Complete and maintain production, quality, and timekeeping documentation.
11. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
12. Support material movement and workflow optimization within the assembly area.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. May directly supervise up to 20 employees.
2. Must be able to work all shifts and weekends, if necessary. 
3. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. 
4. Responsibilities include training, planning, assigning, and directing of work.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical or trade education preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in an assembly, manufacturing, or material handling environment.

• Prior experience supervising or leading production or assembly teams is preferred. Other applicable leadership experience may be evaluated.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and assembly processes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, prints, specifications, and work instructions.
• Working knowledge of conveyor systems, automated machinery, or material handling equipment is preferred.
• Experience with GENI-Belt™, cross belt sorters, or similar systems is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with associates, peers, and leadership.
• Proficient in basic computer skills and production reporting systems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to use hands to handle tools and components; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stand and walk throughout the production area.
• Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or climb.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Required vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Fives Intralogistics is a manufacturer of automated sorting equipment. Employees work in a light industrial environment and must follow established safety policies and procedures. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TRAVEL:

This position requires limited business travel by airplane, car, and/or train and public transportation.  The candidate must be capable of completing airplane trips of 10 or more hours.  Overnight travel is estimated as 5% of the time.

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