Production Supervisor, Grand Rapids, MI

Location:

Walker, MI, United States
Date Posted:
Jun 14, 2026
Category:
Manufacturing Operations

Requisition

Career Level:

Mid-Career
Remote Work Options:
On-Site
Clearance Type:
None

General Dynamics Land Systems builds the combat vehicles and integrated technologies that give soldiers a decisive advantage. We design, engineer and sustain advanced tracked and wheeled systems paired with modern electronic architecture, AI-enabled capabilities and autonomy-ready technology.

From Abrams to LAV, Stryker to AJAX, robotic platforms to software solutions and beyond, our portfolio delivers proven performance and future-ready modernization for customers around the world.

Join the people who design, build and advance the systems that protect those who protect us. Our teams see beyond the horizon, solving problems before they become challenges.

Let’s shape the future of General Dynamics Land Systems together.

The Production supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations on the production floor to ensure efficiency, quality, safety and timely delivery of products. This role includes managing production teams, enforcing policies and procedures, coordinating workflow, driving continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring accurate timekeeping for employees to support correct payroll processing.

• Supervise, coach, and develop production team members to achieve performance targets.
• Monitor workflow, production schedules, and output to meet quality and delivery standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Resolve production issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime.
• Conduct shift meetings, communicate expectations, and maintain employee accountability.
• Collaborate cross functionally across all teams to optimize processes.
• Drive lean manufacturing principles and 5S practices on the floor.
• Identify training needs and support employee skill development.
• Participate in audits, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure accurate and timely timekeeping, including approving timecards, managing punches, and supporting payroll with any discrepancies or corrections.
• Support training and onboarding of new employees and cross training of current team members.
• Hold team members accountable for performance, behavior, attendance, and safety expectations.
• Document and deliver write up, and assist in performance improvement plans as necessary in coordination with HR.

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Familiarity with timekeeping and payroll systems (e.g., Oracle, WFM).
• Strong leadership, communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Comfortable addressing performance and attendance issues and enforcing accountability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, and production systems.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overtime and weekends as required.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, walk, bend and lift up to 50lbs.

General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match;
Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems (“GDLS”) provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.

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