Production Supervisor
Listed on 2026-07-11
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager
Production Supervisor
The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading small work teams in a fast-paced, high-volume, unionized manufacturing environment. The supervisor ensures daily performance targets for safety, quality, cost, and delivery are met while fostering a high-performance, safety-focused culture. This role requires strong coordination with cross-functional teams and consistent application of work rules. Candidates must be open to any shift, including weekends, to meet overtime and production needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise 30–40 hourly employees in a unionized environment.
- Maintain staffing levels, including managing call-offs and reassignments.
- Drive continuous improvement using Lean, SIS, WCM, or similar methodologies. Coach, lead, and develop team members to improve performance.
- Collaborate with plant pillars and cross-functional teams. Enforce consistent work rules and support a positive labor-management relationship. Identify and resolve production issues promptly and effectively.
Must-Have Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Proven experience supervising or managing people
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Manufacturing experience (highly preferred) in a Manufacturing workforce.
- Prior experience leading a crew or production team. Experience working in a union environment. Background with Lean, WCM, Kaizen, SIS, or other CI methodologies
Additional Notes
- Union experience is not required; however, emotional control, professionalism, and strong communication are essential.
- Any Lean-related continuous improvement experience is acceptable; SIS training will be provided.
- Only candidates meeting all must-have requirements will be submitted.
- Comments for Suppliers:
Must have Supervisory Experience. Preferred experience in a Manufacturing workforce. Must be available for all shift and weekend work.
US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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