Overview:
The Production Supervisor is responsible for fostering a performance-driven and continuous-improvement environment for production operations. This role is accountable for creating a disciplined, performance-driven culture while applying lean tools and structured problem-solving to strengthen operational execution.
Available to work flexible schedules, including both day weekend and night shifts.
Responsibilities:
- Supervises manufacturing activities in a high-Speed automated assembly environment. Manages all productivity and quality-related issues within the manufacturing team
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Accountable for the safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance of the manufacturing team in the shift
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Lead the hiring, training, cross-training, and performance management of direct employees.
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Supervise, develop, and coach production leaders to ensure they contribute effectively to operational objectives.
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Builds a team focused culture that integrates core employees, temps, inventory, and equipment to achieve production, quality and safety goals
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Ensures that the manufacturing equipment and work cells are staffed with people who are properly trained and supported
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Drive efficiency through the application of lean tools, TPM methodology, structured problem solving, and process standardization Ensures safety regulations, regulatory controls, policies, and procedures are followed
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Promote and use techniques for continuous improvement such as Six-Sigma and Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing)
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Position requires an individual who is enthusiastic, hardworking and has a “can-do” attitude.
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Manage attendance, payroll, formal problem solving, and disciplinary process for employees in accordance with the Rain Bird personnel policies manual
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Promotes team building and ensures production teams are functional
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Ensures accurate and efficient communication between all departments and production personnel
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Requires an individual with flexibility to work and rotate between day shift and night shift based on business needs in a 24/7 operation.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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BS or BA degree
- 3 years of experience in supervisory or other leadership roles within a manufacturing environment
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Experience with 5S and Lean Tools
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Proven leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
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History of increasing responsibilities with proven track record of achieving good results
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Excellent team builder and team player
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bilingual - English and Spanish
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Master’s degree
- Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma Certification
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Rain Bird is an Equal Opportunity Employer
