Production Supervisor

Powerex-Iwata Air Technology Inc. – Manufacturing Operations Manager

SUMMARY:

Directs the day-to-day functions of Powerex Manufacturing Operations by supervising, directing, and motivating staff. Organizes and monitors workflow to ensure efficiency and quality goals are met.

• Supervise, motivate, and develop production employees to meet operational and quality objectives.
• Plan, schedule, and assign work to meet production goals and delivery commitments.
• Lead and develop production teams in a custom, build‑to‑order environment where product configurations change frequently.
• Oversee daily assembly cell operations, coordinating resources to meet unique project requirements and tight customer timelines.
• Enforce quality standards and ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate employees, including performance management and corrective action when necessary.
• Identify and resolve production issues, personnel concerns, and process inefficiencies.
• Review and propose corrections to manufacturing routers, bills of material, and assembly drawings as needed.
• Drive cost improvement initiatives and continuous process improvements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, supply chain, and other departments to support company objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Operations, Management, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant supervisory and technical experience required in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams of up to 30 employees.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts and production workflows.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Willingness to work additional hours, including Saturdays.

• Split time between manufacturing floor and office environment.
• Regular use of hands, tools, and equipment; occasional standing, walking, stooping, crouching, or kneeling.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job‑related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.