Job Description

Pay: $75,402.06 - $83,849.79 per year

Job description:

Production Supervisor - DIRECT HIRE

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations and lead a team in a fast-paced production environment. This role is responsible for ensuring production goals are met while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, efficiency, and employee engagement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and support production employees on assigned shift.
• Assign daily work and monitor production to ensure schedules and deadlines are achieved.
• Promote a positive, safe, and productive work environment.
• Train and develop team members while providing ongoing coaching and performance feedback.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and attendance while addressing performance concerns as needed.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on employee relations, hiring, and disciplinary matters.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, reduce waste, and increase productivity.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and support Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Investigate production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and other departments to minimize downtime and resolve operational issues.
• Monitor inventory, materials, and equipment availability to support production needs.
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and performance metrics.
• Participate in production meetings and communicate department goals and updates effectively.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in Manufacturing, Business Management, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent manufacturing leadership experience will be considered.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced production setting.
• Continuous improvement or Lean Manufacturing experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and workflow management.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Understanding of workplace safety practices and quality systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet production deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using ERP or MRP systems is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve operational goals.

You should be proficient in:

• Supervisory Experience
• Production Optimization
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Scheduling Experience