Production Supervisor

Life Line Emergency Vehicles, Sumner, IA, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

At Life Line, you won’t just build parts — you’ll help build ambulances that save lives every day. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where your skills grow, your hard work is valued, and your contributions truly make a difference.

The Production Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the manufacturing floor, ensuring that production targets are met efficiently and safely. This role involves managing a team, coordinating schedules, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.

• Plan and assign daily work to meet production schedules, output targets and delivery dates.
• Run shift-start huddles; communicate priorities, issues and changes clearly.
• Monitor line performance in real time and respond to downtime, material shortages and equipment issues.
• Coordinate with maintenance, materials, scheduling and engineering to keep the line running.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to team members, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ensure employees understand and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and manage performance issues proactively.
• Monitor production progress and address any issues that may arise to prevent delays

• Ensure products meet specifications and that work instructions and quality checks are followed.
• Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure all products meet strict quality standards.
• Address any quality issues promptly and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain high standards of quality assurance within the department.
• Closing the feedback loop with operators and other departments regarding quality related issues.

• Hire, onboard, train and cross-train team members; maintain a current skills matrix.
• Set clear expectations, give regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
• Manage attendance, timekeeping, overtime and staffing coverage.
• Address conduct and performance issues fairly and consistently, in partnership with HR.
• Build an engaged team culture based on respect, accountability and recognition.
• Enforce all safety rules, PPE requirements and lockout/tagout procedures; stop work when conditions are unsafe.
• Lead daily safety talks, conduct area audits, and investigate incidents and near misses to root cause.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and company environmental, health and safety policies
• Identify areas for process improvement and lead initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
• Collaborate with other departments to implement best practices and streamline operations.
• Track and report key metrics and drive actions to close gaps.

• Keep work instructions, training records and shift reports current.
• Manage area budget items such as labor hours and overtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 1–2 years leading people as a supervisor, team lead or lead operator.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing safety practices, including OSHA requirements, PPE and lockout/tagout.
• Understanding quality systems, inspection methods and working to specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints or production schedules.
• Proficiency with Excel,…