The Production Supervisor p rovides operational leadership and technical guidance to production employees across Safety, Quality, Production, Packaging, Maintenance, and automated manufacturing systems to achieve shift and plant performance objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Provides operational leadership and technical guidance to production employees across Safety, Quality, Production, Packaging, Maintenance, and automated manufacturing systems to achieve shift and plant performance objectives.
- Coordinates cross-functional production activities with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to optimize throughput, minimize downtime, and achieve production targets efficiently.
- Supports workforce planning, staffing coordination, and shift coverage strategies to maintain operational continuity while balancing labor efficiency and employee engagement.
- Monitors and drives shift performance through KPI analysis including safety, scrap, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), downtime, labor utilization, efficiency, and quality metrics
- Utilizes ERP, MES, and production tracking systems to analyze operational data, identify trends, and support data-driven manufacturing decisions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Leads shift communication meetings, performance reviews, and operational updates while promoting accountability, employee engagement, and production awareness through visual management systems.
- Partners with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, optimize labor utilization, and support cost reduction initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Drives Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S, standard work, visual management, root cause analysis, and process discipline to improve operational performance and workplace organization.
- Serves as the frontline operational leader for production and equipment-related issues, collaborating with Maintenance and Engineering teams to support troubleshooting of automated systems, PLC-controlled equipment, robotics, and preventative maintenance activities.
- Supports inventory accuracy and operational readiness by coordinating tooling, spare parts, consumables, and production resources required for shift operations.
- Reviews employee attendance, labor utilization, and payroll reporting while supporting performance management, coaching, and workforce accountability processes.
- Supports employee development through coaching, onboarding, cross-training, and reinforcement of operational standards, safety compliance, and manufacturing best practices
- Assists in implementing operational improvement projects related to automation, process optimization, production reliability, and manufacturing technology advancements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred. Equivalent manufacturing leadership experience may be considered.
- Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to automated manufacturing systems, production operations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification are preferred.
- Experience working in union or labor relations environments preferred.
- Demonstrated experience supporting Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to lead teams in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
- Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting, and decision-making skills with the ability to interpret production and operational data.
- Flexibility to support multiple shifts, weekend coverage, and operational demands as required.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred to support workforce communication and employee engagement.
Working knowledge of manufacturing systems, automated equipment, PLC-driven processes, robotics, or industrial technologies preferred.
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Competencies:
- Excellent Communication and Workforce Leadership
- Operational and Business Acumen
- Results and Performance Orientation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Leadership and Employee Development
- Strategic and Continuous Improvement Thinking
- Customer and Quality Focus
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Adaptability and Change Management
