The Kitting Supervisor manages the knitting related production area for components needed by the various departments. The Kitting Supervisor must possess in-depth knowledge of kits and processes and assign work to the kitting department to match production requirements. This position assists in the training of all employees assigned to the knitting area to ensure they are trained to the Company’s standards. The Kitting Supervisor interfaces with all other Company Supervisors to ensure customer products are completed and assembled in a timely, accurate, cost effective, safe and quality manner. This position also is a champion for the Davlyn culture, promoting a positive work experience, motivating their team and must approach their responsibilities with a “can do”, team player attitude.  

Davlyn Group is a fast growing, privately owned technical textile company based in Spring City, PA, just outside of Philadelphia, with additional locations in Norristown, PA and Independence, VA. Through our Amatex, Darco Southern, Davlyn Manufacturing, and Norfab businesses, our products and engineering services are used by thousands of customers in over 50 countries to help keep heat in its place, improve safety, and increase productivity. DGH is a leading manufacturer of technical textiles, fabrics and yarns used in the appliance industry, industrial markets, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Reviews orders to determine quantities, and specifications of product and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations.
• Attends required production meetings with the Plant Manager and communicates on projects and interpreting information to ensure on time delivery.
• Plans kitting operations and establishes priorities and sequences for manufacturing
• Ensure production and quality of products meet specifications.
• Conduct training of new employees and existing employees.
• Monitoring production by reviewing finished goods and detailed final inspection before releasing to ship
• Solicit and promote a continuous improvement and positive working environment.
• Lead the team in process improvements.
• May perform maintenance of machinery as necessary.
• Interface with Global Shop Solutions ERP Software System.
• May perform other work/duties as assigned.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• This is an on-site, full-time, non-exempt position. Workdays are Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM until 4:30 PM, with a 30-minute, unpaid lunch.
• Departmental demands may necessitate additional work outside of the standard work hours.

Skills:

• Knowledge of kits.
• Must have excellent people skills.
• Good organization skills.
• Close attention to details is essential.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Detail Oriented.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Kitting experience

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position directly supervises the kitting department. 

Travel:

This position does not travel.

Physical Requirements:

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. independently.
• Ability to tolerate prolonged periods of walking, standing, pushing, pulling, or bending
• Able to perform both gross and fine manipulation
• Visual acuity to notice errors and/or defects

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• The work facility may be hot and/or cold, based on the time of year.
• Many areas of the production floor have a very high noise level. Hearing protection is required in these areas.
• Regularly work near moving mechanical parts.
• Tolerate regular contact with fiberglass and fiberglass fibers.

Davlyn Group believes that all people are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Davlyn Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Davlyn Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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