Production Supervisor

Job Category: First/Mid-Level Officials & Managers

Requisition Number: PRODU
001091

• Full-Time
• On-site

The Production Supervisor oversees daily manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. This role leads a team of operators and technicians, coordinates workflow, monitors performance, and drives continuous improvement. The Production Supervisor is responsible for meeting production targets while maintaining a positive, disciplined, and safety‑focused work environment.

• Supervise, coach, and support production employees across assigned shifts or work areas.
• Assign daily tasks, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to work instructions and safety procedures.
• Conduct training for new hires and cross‑training for existing employees.
• Address performance issues promptly and professionally, escalating when necessary.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Ensure production schedules are met by coordinating labor, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor machine performance, workflow, and output to maintain efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production issues and collaborate with maintenance or quality teams to resolve problems quickly.
• Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and KPI tracking.

• Ensure products meet quality standards and specifications.
• Support root‑cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues.
• Enforce compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of work areas to ensure cleanliness, organization, and 5S compliance.

• Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing PPE, lockout/tagout, and safe‑work practices.
• Lead safety talks, participate in incident investigations, and support corrective actions.
• Identify and report hazards, unsafe behaviors, or equipment concerns.

• Serve as the primary point of contact between production, maintenance, quality, and management.
• Communicate shift updates, production goals, and operational changes clearly to the team.
• Participate in daily production meetings and contribute to planning and improvement discussions.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or production operations.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of production processes, equipment, and safety practices.
• Ability to read work instructions, schedules, and basic technical documents.
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Business, or related field.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Leadership with the ability to motivate and hold teams accountable.
• Decision‑making under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication across all levels of the organization.
• Continuous improvement mindset focused on efficiency and waste reduction.

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and industrial materials.
• Requires standing, walking, and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

Inspires teammates to follow them

Works well as a member of a group

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field.

3-8 years: experience in manufacturing or production operations.

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