Production Supervisor

Responsibilities

About STRATTEC Security Corporation

STRATTEC Security Corporation is a global leader in automotive access control and security solutions, partnering with some of the world's largest automotive manufacturers and electronics companies. Our commitment to innovation, advanced technology, and continuous improvement drives our success and creates exciting career opportunities for individuals who thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment.

At STRATTEC, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading customers, work on impactful projects, and contribute to the development of cutting‑edge technologies that shape the future of automotive security.

Join Our Team

We are looking for motivated, innovative leaders who are passionate about building high‑performing teams and driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess a collaborative, team‑oriented mindset, a diverse manufacturing background, and a strong desire to lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Why STRATTEC?

If you are energized by the opportunity to build and develop teams, leverage your expertise to drive meaningful improvements, and see your ideas come to life, STRATTEC offers an environment where you can make a lasting impact. Join us and help shape the future of automotive security through innovation, collaboration, and leadership.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of manufacturing departments while ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost‑effective production of quality products. This role is accountable for safety, quality, productivity, employee development, inventory management, equipment performance, and achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Foster and sustain a strong 5S culture through ongoing initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Support and facilitate 5S training for all employees.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures while promoting a culture of workplace safety.
• Identify safety concerns and implement corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Track and maintain safety and 5S KPIs for weekly and monthly management reporting.
• Ensure the department remains audit‑ready and customer‑tour ready at all times.

• Communicate departmental goals, objectives, and performance expectations to team members.
• Manage personnel, equipment, and resources to ensure efficient operations.
• Meet production schedules and departmental performance goals while implementing corrective actions to address variances.
• Build positive working relationships between management and hourly employees through effective communication, feedback, and recognition.
• Develop and execute action plans to improve employee engagement.
• Coach, mentor, and develop employees while providing the resources necessary for success.
• Achieve or exceed established KPI targets.
• Ensure adherence to all manufacturing processes and standards established by Engineering and Quality teams.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality when process deviations are required.
• Maintain compliance with ISO, IATF, and other applicable quality system requirements.
• Manage labor and operational resources to minimize inefficiencies, overtime, and cost overruns.
• Ensure manufacturing equipment is properly maintained and operating according to established specifications.
• Promote ownership of equipment, including cleanliness, preventive maintenance, and operational effectiveness.

• Ensure strict compliance with all work instructions and documented manufacturing processes.
• Verify employees receive adequate training to perform assigned duties effectively.
• Maintain process documentation and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Participate in customer, regulatory, and internal quality audits as required.
• Promote a quality‑first culture and ensure nonconforming products are not produced or shipped.
• Ensure tooling and equipment receive appropriate preventive maintenance to maximize uptime and product quality.

• Participate in customer visits and facility tours as needed.
• Support employee…