Functional Area
Position Purpose	The Production Supervisor directly supervises hourly production employees in an assigned manufacturing area to ensure approved quality products are produced and delivered on schedule, within specifications, and in alignment with cost, safety, and quality requirements.
Position Level	Management / Support
Department	Production
Span of Control	Indirect (supervision of hourly personnel)
Direct Reporting Line	Production Manager
Acts as a Substitute for	Other production leadership roles as assigned
Substituted by	Lead Operator / designated production personnel
External Relations	Office staff, senior management, and owners

Scope of Responsibilities and Duties

Efficiently manage a team consisting of entry‑level, semi‑skilled, and skilled employees.
Direct the work group or department to ensure on‑time production and delivery of products.
Select, train, and develop employees to perform at and above standard efficiency.
Train and cross‑train employees on products, machinery, processes, and company policies.
Teach and enforce safe work practices and proper housekeeping procedures.
Ensure safety by proactively identifying concerns and resolving open incidents promptly.
Maintain production quality standards and ensure consistent adherence.
Foster high employee morale and maintain positive working relationships.
Control absenteeism, scrap, and waste within the department.
Maintain regular communication with office staff to exchange information.
Interact with senior management and ownership to support overall company success and growth.
Develop corrective action plans when performance goals are not met and ensure successful completion.
Actively participate in quality and process improvement initiatives.
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as company policies.
Perform other duties as assigned or required by business needs.

Requirements and Competencies
Education	Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience	At least one year of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Technical Competencies	Proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook. Ability to read and comprehend instructions and manufacturing documents. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to prioritize tasks, manage workload, and make sound decisions.
Leadership Competencies	Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop employees. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain professionalism and build positive relationships across teams.

Scope of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Operational / Team KPIs
(measuring process efficiency, timeliness, quality, and collaboration)

Second Shift (15:30 - 24:00)

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Production Supervisor