General Supervisor job description
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Example general supervisor requirements on a job description
General supervisor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in general supervisor job postings.
Sample general supervisor requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a relevant field.
- Proven track record of successful management of personnel.
- Extensive knowledge of relevant industry regulations.
- Strong working knowledge of relevant software.
Sample required general supervisor soft skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to motivate and lead a team.
- Commitment to professional development.
General Supervisor job description example 1
Howmet Holdings Corporation general supervisor job description
Howmet Aerospace , headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company's primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation. For more information, visit www.howmet.com . Follow @howmet: Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , LinkedIn and YouTube .
This position is a front-line supervisor with responsibility to manage, guide and assist in leading a manufacturing department, and providing strategic guidance, training and problem solving in the resolution of the manufacturing issues and staffing initiatives.
Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
+ Follow Howmet's Safety Regulation and Work Rules Handbook along with all department specific safety requirements.
+ Prioritize, guide, and facilitate the activities of the manufacturing function to meet department goals, initiatives and requirements
+ Achieve servant leadership and consistent in-the-moment problem solving for shop floor operators, removing barriers for us to have productive employees, supporting team to keep employees engaged in eliminating downtime and increasing Fully Productive Hours (more value-add time for each employee performing the function they are specially trained and qualified to do)
+ Create an environment for the hourly workforce to feel supported and empowered, with the tools/instructions they need daily to be successful
+ Oversee the development of standard policies, procedures, and practices to ensure customer requirements are embodied in the manufacturing environment
+ Establish and maintain uniform manufacturing performance metrics and reporting systems
+ Establish and communicate daily expectations for hourly workforce, celebrating successes and working to resolve shortcomings with firm, fair and consistent accountability
+ Leadership of an hourly team of 20-25 or so direct manufacturing employees
+ Drive improvements by promoting best practice methodologies and new technologies
+ Ensure employees are following work instructions, identifying issues, and resolving when possible/escalating when not
+ Touch base multiple times per day with direct shop floor team to ensure they are supported and have what they need to be successful (ideally more frequent when tasks permit)
+ Ensure team development by creating an active training environment
+ Performs other work-related duties as assigned
This position is a front-line supervisor with responsibility to manage, guide and assist in leading a manufacturing department, and providing strategic guidance, training and problem solving in the resolution of the manufacturing issues and staffing initiatives.
Job responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
+ Follow Howmet's Safety Regulation and Work Rules Handbook along with all department specific safety requirements.
+ Prioritize, guide, and facilitate the activities of the manufacturing function to meet department goals, initiatives and requirements
+ Achieve servant leadership and consistent in-the-moment problem solving for shop floor operators, removing barriers for us to have productive employees, supporting team to keep employees engaged in eliminating downtime and increasing Fully Productive Hours (more value-add time for each employee performing the function they are specially trained and qualified to do)
+ Create an environment for the hourly workforce to feel supported and empowered, with the tools/instructions they need daily to be successful
+ Oversee the development of standard policies, procedures, and practices to ensure customer requirements are embodied in the manufacturing environment
+ Establish and maintain uniform manufacturing performance metrics and reporting systems
+ Establish and communicate daily expectations for hourly workforce, celebrating successes and working to resolve shortcomings with firm, fair and consistent accountability
+ Leadership of an hourly team of 20-25 or so direct manufacturing employees
+ Drive improvements by promoting best practice methodologies and new technologies
+ Ensure employees are following work instructions, identifying issues, and resolving when possible/escalating when not
+ Touch base multiple times per day with direct shop floor team to ensure they are supported and have what they need to be successful (ideally more frequent when tasks permit)
+ Ensure team development by creating an active training environment
+ Performs other work-related duties as assigned
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General Supervisor job description example 2
Norfolk Southern general supervisor job description
Primary Purpose: Supervises and administers the material procurement function for a fleet of locomotives.
* Oversees office staff functions for the maintenance of all locomotive records required by the FRA and the Corporation, for evaluation of locomotive maintenance practices, and recovery of warranty claims.
* Supervises ordering, storage, and usage of material to optimize turns and inventory.
* Handles all storehouse documentation such as requisitions, invoices, accounting entries, etc.
* Supervises handling of locomotive warranty material in its removal and disposition with the manufacturer.
Job Related Experience:
* Minimum Level: 1-2 years Preferred Level: 3-5 years
Education:
* Preferred Level: Bachelor's Degree (BA)
Preferred Majors:
* Business - Business Administration and Management
Technical Skills:
* MS Excel/Spreadsheets
* MS Outlook
* MS Powerpoint/Presentations
* MS Word/Word Processing
Skills and Abilities:
* Communication Skills
Career Path:
Predecessor Jobs:
* Mechanical Supervisor
Future Jobs:
* General Supervisor
* Senior General Supervisor
Work Conditions
Environment: Outdoor/Field
Shift Work: No
On-Call: Yes
Weekend Work: Yes
Travel Required: 0 - 2 Days per Month
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.
At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.
Nearest Major Market: Charleston
Nearest Secondary Market: West Virginia
* Oversees office staff functions for the maintenance of all locomotive records required by the FRA and the Corporation, for evaluation of locomotive maintenance practices, and recovery of warranty claims.
* Supervises ordering, storage, and usage of material to optimize turns and inventory.
* Handles all storehouse documentation such as requisitions, invoices, accounting entries, etc.
* Supervises handling of locomotive warranty material in its removal and disposition with the manufacturer.
Job Related Experience:
* Minimum Level: 1-2 years Preferred Level: 3-5 years
Education:
* Preferred Level: Bachelor's Degree (BA)
Preferred Majors:
* Business - Business Administration and Management
Technical Skills:
* MS Excel/Spreadsheets
* MS Outlook
* MS Powerpoint/Presentations
* MS Word/Word Processing
Skills and Abilities:
* Communication Skills
Career Path:
Predecessor Jobs:
* Mechanical Supervisor
Future Jobs:
* General Supervisor
* Senior General Supervisor
Work Conditions
Environment: Outdoor/Field
Shift Work: No
On-Call: Yes
Weekend Work: Yes
Travel Required: 0 - 2 Days per Month
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country's population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.
At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.
Nearest Major Market: Charleston
Nearest Secondary Market: West Virginia
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General Supervisor job description example 3
Baptist Memorial Health Care general supervisor job description
Under the direction of the Lab Services Director develops, administers, directs and implements all lab and related patient care activities, for areas of accountability. Responsibilities include but are not limited to standardization of systems, identification of efficiencies, integration of performance improvement strategies, processes and communication plans which support lab goal attainment while fostering patient, physician and employee satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Works in close collaboration with the lab and medical assistant team to meet and support training and regulatory needs.
Serves as a resource for lab orders and procedures as well as regulatory requirements and insurance limitations.
Implements testing and training as needed in order to meet operational requirements.
Utilizes Laboratory skills to perform and report results of clearly defined laboratory procedures assuring optimal patient outcomes.
Assists with the training of other employees under the direction of the Lab Services Director.
Responsible for assigned shifts and subject to overtime and call back as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements, Preferences and Experience
5 years lab experience required; Management experience preferred
Experience in a clinic setting preferred
Associate Degree in medical laboratory science from a NAACLS accredited MLT program required
State Licensure and/or National registration or certification in concordance with current Federal and/or State Regulations required
Associate Degree in medical laboratory science from a NAACLS accredited MLT
NAACLS program completed or experience as required
QA management experience 1 yr minimum required
Diagnostic coding for medical necessity preferred
Heme and Chem experience preferred
Familiar with computer and computerized equipment, organization and team skills required.
2-year phlebotomy and triage preferred
EMR proficiency preferred
Dealing with ref labs preferred
Insurance pertaining to labs preferred
Supply management experience preferred
Nationally accepted laboratory certifying agency required. Specialty certs may include SBB. SC, SH, SI, SM
About Baptist Memorial Health Care
At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.
At Baptist, We Offer:
Competitive salaries
Paid vacation/time off
Continuing education opportunities
Generous retirement plan
Health insurance, including dental and vision
Sick leave
Service awards
Free parking
Short-term disability
Life insurance
Health care and dependent care spending accounts
Education assistance/continuing education
Employee referral program
Job Summary:
Position: 1438 - Supervisor-Laboratory I
Facility: BMH-Desoto Hospital
Department: DC Path General BMH Desoto
Category: Laboratory & Pathology
Type: Clinical
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Location: US:MS:Southaven
Located in the Memphis metro area
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Responsibilities
Works in close collaboration with the lab and medical assistant team to meet and support training and regulatory needs.
Serves as a resource for lab orders and procedures as well as regulatory requirements and insurance limitations.
Implements testing and training as needed in order to meet operational requirements.
Utilizes Laboratory skills to perform and report results of clearly defined laboratory procedures assuring optimal patient outcomes.
Assists with the training of other employees under the direction of the Lab Services Director.
Responsible for assigned shifts and subject to overtime and call back as required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements, Preferences and Experience
5 years lab experience required; Management experience preferred
Experience in a clinic setting preferred
Associate Degree in medical laboratory science from a NAACLS accredited MLT program required
State Licensure and/or National registration or certification in concordance with current Federal and/or State Regulations required
Associate Degree in medical laboratory science from a NAACLS accredited MLT
NAACLS program completed or experience as required
QA management experience 1 yr minimum required
Diagnostic coding for medical necessity preferred
Heme and Chem experience preferred
Familiar with computer and computerized equipment, organization and team skills required.
2-year phlebotomy and triage preferred
EMR proficiency preferred
Dealing with ref labs preferred
Insurance pertaining to labs preferred
Supply management experience preferred
Nationally accepted laboratory certifying agency required. Specialty certs may include SBB. SC, SH, SI, SM
About Baptist Memorial Health Care
At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey.
At Baptist, We Offer:
Competitive salaries
Paid vacation/time off
Continuing education opportunities
Generous retirement plan
Health insurance, including dental and vision
Sick leave
Service awards
Free parking
Short-term disability
Life insurance
Health care and dependent care spending accounts
Education assistance/continuing education
Employee referral program
Job Summary:
Position: 1438 - Supervisor-Laboratory I
Facility: BMH-Desoto Hospital
Department: DC Path General BMH Desoto
Category: Laboratory & Pathology
Type: Clinical
Work Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Days
Location: US:MS:Southaven
Located in the Memphis metro area
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024