Production Supervisor

The main function of a production supervisor is to supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers.

• Responsible for supervising and coordinating approximately 20–25 production employees
  , supported by two team leaders.
• Oversees staffing, safety, production, quality, equipment performance, and continuous improvement.
• Responsibilities include assigning work, monitoring production and downtime, resolving operational and employee issues, maintaining records, and coaching team members.
• Requires strong communication, problem-solving, time-management, and basic computer skills, with knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment preferred.

The supervisor will typically oversee approximately:

• 20–25 team members
• 2 team leaders
  , who provide additional support related to equipment and machinery
• Arrives 30 minutes before shift to review staffing, call-offs, equipment status, and shift handoff before assigning the team.
• Throughout the shift, maintains a strong floor presence, monitors safety and production, addresses equipment and employee issues, and supports continuous improvement through GMS.
• The environment is fast-paced and constantly changing
  , requiring flexibility and adaptability.
• Chance for extension/Direct-hire potential may be available for successful contractors based on performance and business needs.
• This is a strong opportunity for a candidate who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor, leading people, solving problems, and responding to new challenges every day
  .
• The environment is fast-paced and constantly changing, rather than a repetitive desk-based position.
• Candidates will gain hands-on leadership experience overseeing approximately 20–25 employees in a union manufacturing environment
  , while being responsible for safety, production, equipment coordination, employee matters, and continuous improvement.

Other candidate selling points include:

• Exposure to a large-scale, fast-paced manufacturing operation.
• Hands-on people leadership within a UAW environment
  .
• Opportunity to participate in GMS continuous improvement and process improvement.
• Significant overtime opportunity for candidates seeking additional income.

Education/

Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in business or related field preferred.
• 5 years’ experience required.

Relevant backgrounds include:

• Industry/manufacturing
• Business
• Demonstrated leadership
• Very fast-paced environment; must be highly motivated.
• Comfortable being on the production floor.