Production Supervisor

Talascend is currently seeking a Production Supervisor with a leading automotive manufacturer located in Bedford, Indiana
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The role involves overseeing a team in a die cast facility, managing equipment and staff to ensure smooth operations, quality, and safety compliance on a 12-hour shift schedule.

• Manage approximately 18-20 team members and oversee 21 die cast machines.
• Conduct shift handoff meetings, safety talks, and assign daily tasks to team members.
• Monitor machine status and quality issues, making decisions to resolve problems.
• Handle discipline and pass on shift reports and audits.
• Coordinate with engineering, tooling, maintenance, and trades as needed.
• Maintain computer-based records using Excel and Outlook.
• Prepare end-of-shift notes and report on operational performance.

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience, with union experience considered a bonus.
• Technical background with knowledge of die casting is preferred.
• Union experience preferred
• Strong problem solving abilities.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Experience managing conflicts in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel).
• Monday-Friday. There is weekend work that is required. Will need to be open to working Saturdays and Sundays. Need to be there 30 minutes prior for meeting hand off.
  1st 7:00am-3:30pm, 2nd: 3pm-11:30pm, 3rd: 11pm to 7:30am

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.