Job Information
Kohler Co. GENERAL SUPERVISOR-KILN & SPRAY in Juárez, Mexico
GENERAL SUPERVISOR-KILN & SPRAY
Work Mode: Onsite-Juarez Nuevo León
Location: * *Juarez, Nuevo León
Opportunity
Under the direction of the Plant Manager P3, is responsible for supervising the operation of the
tunnel kilns and shuttle kilns and the robotic and manual spray operations and dry finishing.
Responsible for proper utilization of equipment and personnel to meet established production
schedules within budget cost, developing and recommending activities to improve productivity,
quality, processing methods or products.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Direct the processing operations for Kilns and Spaying to meet established acceptance
standards and engineering specifications and in accordance with planned production
schedules.
2. Continuously monitor and analyze the performance of the production units as compared to
departmental objectives, cost standards, labor and expense budgets and supply requirements;
and as needed, take corrective action or recommend activities to improve results in these
areas.
3. Maintains close contact with other production supervision to effect corrective measures on
defective ware.
4. Direct the activities of subordinate supervisory personnel and ensure that their duties and
responsibilities are clearly defined and communicated to them.
5. Assist in formulation of department operating objectives that support plant and division
objectives.
6. Participate in development of budgets and forecasts of material and labor requirements and
other operating plans and forecasts.
7. Assist in development and implementation of training programs.
8. Assist in developing of safety rules and practices and ensure that these rules and practices are
followed.
9. Assist the industrial engineering department establishing standards for labor and material
utilization and methods improvement projects in the responsibility area.
10. Recommend to the Plant Superintendent, the employment, promotion, dismissal or change in
compensation of immediate subordinates.
April, 2025
FMX-RH-002-1
11. Approve department requisitions for equipment, supplies, services or other expenditures.
12. Communicate regularly with the superintendent and HR personnel about the overall status of
labor conditions in his area of responsibility.
13. Work with the materials personnel to identify and develop local sources of raw materials and
supplies to maximize local content.
14. Comply with the Health and Safety Roles and Responsibilities established for this position
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct the processing operations for Kilns and Spaying to meet established acceptance standards and engineering specifications and in accordance with planned production schedules.
Continuously monitor and analyze the performance of the production units as compared to departmental objectives, cost standards, labor and expense budgets and supply requirements; and as needed, take corrective action or recommend activities to improve results in these areas.
Maintains close contact with other production supervision to effect corrective measures on defective ware.
Direct the activities of subordinate supervisory personnel and ensure that their duties and responsibilities are clearly defined and communicated to them.
Assist in formulation of department operating objectives that support plant and division objectives.
Participate in development of budgets and forecasts of material and labor requirements and other operating plans and forecasts.
Assist in development and implementation of training programs.
Assist in developing of safety rules and practices and ensure that these rules and practices are followed.
Assist the industrial engineering department establishing standards for labor and material utilization and methods improvement projects in the responsibility area.
Recommend to the Plant Superintendent, the employment, promotion, dismissal or change in compensation of immediate subordinates.
Approve department requisitions for equipment, supplies, services or other expenditures.
Communicate regularly with the superintendent and HR personnel about the overall status of labor conditions in his area of responsibility.
Work with the materials personnel to identify and develop local sources of raw materials and supplies to maximize local content.
Comply with the Health and Safety Roles and Responsibilities established for this position (See Responsibilities chart by position).
Comply with all the requirements by ISO 9001-2015 Management
Skills/Requirements
EDUCATION :
Preference Bachelor´s Degree.
EXPERIENCE:
Preference two to four years work experience in manufacturing operation.
FORMATION:
Preference Knowledge of ceramic engineering, preferably in kiln operations and supervision.
Knowledge in ISO and Six Sigma preferred.
SKILLS:
Traits
Critical: Thoroughness, Urgency, Aggressiveness, Abstract Reasoning Ability, Assertiveness, Cautiousness, Ego-drive, Energy, Self-Structure.
Supporting: Ego-Strength, Empathy, External Structure, Gregariousness, Idea Orientation, and Sociability.
Behaviors
Critical: Persuasively sells ideas to gain support and buy-in; is willing to make tough decisions; establishes goals, priorities and expectations for staff members; is persistent; recognizes problems, issues and opportunities; leverages resources effectively; independently sets goals, objectives and priorities; works quickly.
Supporting: gathers and analyzes data; creates new concepts and approaches to solve problems; manages multiple tasks and activities; follows established policies and procedures; demonstrates an eagerness to help others; copes with rejection.
Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.