Production Supervisor

** Production Supervisor    Kansas City, KS   $85,*
* ** The Production Supervisor
** is responsible for leading shift operations, directing hourly associates, and ensuring consistent performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and employee engagement. This role plays a key part in achieving plant objectives by reinforcing operational standards, developing talent, and supporting continuous improvement efforts.

** Production Supervisor Responsibilities:*
* * Lead shift operations and ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with plant goals.
* Coordinate and verify completion of required safety training, monthly safety initiatives, and incident follow-up actions.
* Promote a strong safety culture by coaching team members on safe work practices and ensuring compliance with operational standards.
* Communicate customer expectations and ensure production schedules support delivery commitments and quality requirements.
* Investigate quality issues, conduct root cause analysis, and partner with operators to implement sustainable corrective actions.
* Drive TPM and continuous improvement efforts, including Autonomous Maintenance and Focused Improvement activities.
* Lead, coach, and develop hourly associates through clear performance expectations, feedback, documentation, and training plans.
* Support cost reduction, productivity improvement, and waste elimination through standard work and resource planning
** Production Supervisor

Qualifications:

*** Minimum of 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, distribution, or military settings.
* Experience leading teams, making high-impact decisions, and developing talent in a fast-paced environment
* Employee and labor relations experience preferred.
* Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field preferred.
* Lean, TPM, or continuous improvement experience strongly preferred.
* Strong communication skills, a change-agent mindset, and a safety-first approach.