Job Description

As Manufacturing Production Supervisor, you will lead a team, direct production schedules and processes, and use your manufacturing expertise to ensure that effective and efficient production flow is maintained. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production management, high level of mechanical proficiency, and a passion for driving efficiency and quality.

Day shift Monday - Friday

Your role:

• Establish and adjust work assignments to meet production schedules
• Evaluate and manage capacity constraints and facilitate plans to proactively meet demand requirements
• Compile and analyze production performance records and data
• Analyze and resolve quality issues, excessive scrap, assist team in solving quality problems and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize production processes and resolve issues
• Maintain accurate production records and reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Coach, motivate, counsel and provide feedback to employees
• Lead team in driving continuous improvement efforts in Safety, Quality, Efficiency and Lead Time
• Monitor use and care of equipment and tools to ensure safe operation and maintenance

What you need to succeed:

Problem-solving abilities: Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues

Technical knowledge: Familiarity with manufacturing-specific tools, best-practices, and equipment

Attention to detail: Precision in mechanical tasks and technical documentation

Analytical skills: Capability to analyze data and improve production equipment and processes

Communication skills: Effective communication of technical information to team members and stakeholders

Safety awareness: Knowledge of safety protocols and regulations in manufacturing environments

Team collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team to achieve goals

What you bring:

• Minimum 5 years experience working in manufacturing
• High level of mechanical proficiency
• Supervisory experience; successfully leading and motivating employees
• Excellent decision-making abilities
• Experience with precious metals a big plus
• Highly proficient MS Excel skills and ability to analyze data
• Bachelor's Degree a plus

What we offer:

• 10 paid holidays a year
• 10 days paid vacation to start
• Paid personal days
• 5 paid sick days per year
• 401(k) Plan with a company match
• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance and prescription drug coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability plans
• Corporate discount program
• Profit Sharing Incentive Bonus Program

We have been in business for over 150 years!

John C. Nordt, a brand of LeachGarner, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of precious metal products to the jewelry industry. The company was founded in 1872 in New York City and has operated in Roanoke since 1984. Nordt’s manufacturing plant has been specifically designed to fabricate precious metals products including wedding bands, diamond rings, bracelets and tubing of highest quality.

LeachGarner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.