Occupation information for First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers District Of Columbia

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Typical education needed for entry: High school diploma or equivalent

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: Less than 5 years work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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• Enforce safety and sanitation regulations.
• Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
• Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked.
• Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production requirements and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs.
• Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
• Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers.
• Observe work and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards.
• Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods, such as inspectors, machine setters, or fabricators.
• Conduct employee training in equipment operations or work and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers.

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• Desktop computers
• Hard hats
• Hazardous material protective apparel
• Laser printers
• Notebook computers

Technology:

• Data base user interface and query software
• Electronic mail software
• Enterprise resource planning ERP software
• Internet browser software
• Materials requirements planning logistics and supply chain software

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