Production Supervisor

Dogwood Industries Who We Are

Build your future with Dogwood Industries!

Dogwood Industries is at the forefront of designing and manufacturing Pre-engineered Panelized Relocatable Metal Buildings, delivering industry leading solutions for mission-critical projects across industrial and DoD markets. Through a precise blend of manufacturing and construction, we build high-performance, rapidly deployable structures that keep critical missions moving forward. Our team provides leadership in the design process that transforms the way our clients work by delivering buildings as equipment solutions in harsh environments around the world.

If you are motivated by innovation, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and want to be part of a team that is revolutionizing the building industry, we'd love to speak with you!

General Job Description

Dogwood Industries is seeking a hands-on, driven Production Supervisor to lead and oversee the daily production of an 86,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Everett, WA. This role requires active supervision and direct leadership of production workers on the shop floor. The Production Supervisor will serve as the critical link between hourly workers and leadership, ensuring all production activities are executed efficiently while maintaining high standards to maximize productivity, quality, and safety in panel assembly operations, ultimately shipping products on time to customers.

This role is critical in providing supervision, leadership, and direction to the crews. As a key team member of the Everett factory, the Production Supervisor will be the point person for tactical execution activities.

The ideal candidate will be a leader who thrives in an industrial environment and takes a proactive approach to managing teams, problem-solving, and driving production performance. The role requires someone who is visible on the floor, engaged with workers, and focused on execution.

Duties & Responsibilities

Crew Leadership and Coordination:

• Direct and oversee daily activities of crews to ensure high-quality and timely production of panels
• Serve as the single point of contact for the tactical coordination of all hourly workers, streamlining communication between crews and the Production Manager
• Assign tasks to Assembly workers based on skill set and workload to optimize productivity
• Develop and implement daily work plans to meet production schedules and adjust plans as needed to accommodate changes or unforeseen challenges
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement among crew members
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Quality Assurance:

• Enforce adherence to quality control standards and production specifications to ensure all work meets Dogwoods high standards
• Identify and address any quality issues promptly to prevent defects and rework
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to implement corrective actions

Safety:

• Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing company safety policies and procedures
• Conduct regular safety meetings and toolbox talks to reinforce safe work practices
• Immediately address any unsafe work conditions or behaviors, taking corrective action as necessary

Training and Development:

• Provide hands-on training and coaching to assembly workers to develop their skills and improve overall performance
• Mentor less experienced workers, fostering learning and encouraging professional growth
• Ensure all crew members are trained on proper use of tools, equipment, and safety procedures

Requirements

• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing or assembly environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to effectively manage a team of hourly workers
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and direct work activities to meet production goals
• Solid understanding of quality control principles and safety standards
• Hands-on experience with assembly processes, preferably in a steel manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and technical specifications
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical or trade certifications are a plus.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have full range of mobility in upper and lower body, able to reach overhead, able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling, squatting;

use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance for extended periods of time. Be able to lift, pull and push material and equipment to complete assigned job tasks. Be able to lift 50 pounds. The employee will be exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, and odors. This position requires physical…