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Production Supervisor
Schedule:Â M-F 6am-3pm
Pay:Â $70k-$85k+ Quarterly bonus
The Production Supervisor leads a defined manufacturing value stream responsible for producing engineered components, subassemblies, and finished products in a high-mix industrial manufacturing environment.
This role is accountable for daily operational execution and continuous improvement across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Inventory (SQDCI). The supervisor develops people, drives problem solving, and implements process improvements to increase productivity, improve quality, and enhance operational reliability.
Key Responsibilities
Value Stream Leadership & Execution
- Lead and supervise daily operations for an assigned manufacturing area or value stream, including machining, assembly, or fabrication processes, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of engineered products.
- Plan, coordinate, and assign labor, materials, and equipment based on production schedules, customer demand, equipment capacity, and workforce availability to meet customer commitments.
- Monitor production performance to ensure targets for output, efficiency, quality, and schedule attainment are achieved.
- Ensure adherence to standard work, manufacturing processes, and quality standards while driving operational reliability and continuous improvement across assigned production areas
Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
- Lead and participate in Kaizen events, lean initiatives, and process improvement activities.
- Identify and eliminate waste in production processes including:
- labor inefficiencies
- material flow constraints
- equipment downtime
- quality defects
- Implement standard work, visual management, and performance boards.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and employee involvement in problem solving.
Structured Problem Solving
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production and quality issues.
- Utilize structured problem-solving methodologies such as:
- 5 Why
- A3
- Fishbone
- 8D
- Partner with engineering and quality teams to implement permanent corrective actions.
Safety & Compliance
- Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
- Drive safety improvements through proactive risk identification, employee engagement, and corrective actions.
- Lead accident investigations and root cause analysis to prevent recurrence.
Operational Performance Management
- Drive improvements across key operational metrics:
- Safety
- Quality (First Pass Yield, Defect Rate)
- Delivery (Schedule Attainment)
- Cost (Labor Productivity)
- Inventory (WIP and material flow)
- Monitor daily production performance using visual management systems.
- Lead daily production review meetings and performance escalation.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Serve as a liaison between Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality to support operational effectiveness.
- Support implementation of engineering changes, process improvements, and new product introductions.
- Work with Supply Chain to ensure proper inventory levels and resolve material shortages affecting production.
Team Leadership & Development
- Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to production personnel.
- Develop employee capabilities through training, mentoring, and cross-training.
- Promote employee engagement and accountability to achieve operational objectives.
- Address employee concerns and resolve issues through effective communication and conflict management.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.
Experience
- 5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- 2–3 years in a production /manufacturing leadership role.
- Experience supervising employees in engineered product manufacturing, machining, or electromechanical assembly environments preferred.
Technical Skills
- ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Epicor, Oracle, etc.)
- Blueprint and technical drawing interpretation
- Lean manufacturing tools
- Root cause analysis and problem solving
- Production scheduling and capacity planning
- Manufacturing KPI management
Leadership Competencies
Strong candidates demonstrate:
- Operational leadership and accountability
- Data-driven decision making
- Structured problem solving
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Strong communication and team development skills
Work Environment
This position operates primarily in an industrial manufacturing environment supporting the production of engineered products and assemblies.
Performance Expectations
Success in this role will be measured by the ability to drive operational performance and build a high-performing team. Key indicators include:
- Safety performance and incident reduction
- Production schedule attainment
- Quality performance and first-pass yield
- Productivity and labor efficiency
- Implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
- Employee engagement and team development
Additional Information
This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of duties or responsibilities. Responsibilities may change based on operational needs.
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