Production Supervisor

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We’re all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support – it’s to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet’s most valuable resource.

For 150 years, Watts has built best‑in‑class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting‑edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation – and we have a dynamic future ahead.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of personnel and production on the shop floor. This position implements Lean principles in their area; provides support and oversees the work performed by the Lead Associates; and maintains the physical plant within the assigned area.

This position is responsible for the supervision of 10+ union workers, reports to the Director, Operations, and is onsite in Blauvelt, NY.

• Review daily visual production boards to maintain efficient production performance; provide prioritized production scheduling to all Lead Associates and team members.
• Implement Lean principles, including takt‑time, balanced flow process, visual factory, empowered team meetings, total safety, standardized work, and 5S standards.
• Supervise all work performed; offer coaching, mentoring, and corrective action as appropriate.
• Develop and empower team members in the application of Lean tools—facilitation, process mapping, spaghetti charting, and elimination of the 7 wastes.
• Lead safety compliance, improvement, and awareness in accordance with company safety requirements and guidelines; drive 5S into the production line daily.
• Coordinate “Pull” signals and shop activities daily; promote one‑piece flow and respond to daily customer demand; support Kanban supermarkets when needed.
• Support Kanban inventory replenishment in coordination with Planner/Buyers and Material Handlers.
• Respond to line‑down issues, lead root‑cause analysis, and corrective action plan execution.
• Assist Lead Associates and team members; keep Facilities/Maintenance informed of any abnormal production or equipment issues.
• Conduct meetings with Lead Associates (if present in the value stream) as needed; participate in Kaizen events.
• Review and update ECOs; help approve weekly attendance for temporary team members.
• Ensure quality standards are met for all products; administer AERCO policies and procedures.
• Take on additional projects and duties as assigned by the Director, Operations or Company Management.
• Assume responsibility tied to Watts values:
  Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency.

• Minimum of an Associate’s or Technical Degree.
• Minimum 7+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of, and adherence to, applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices.
• Successful establishment of employment eligibility and satisfactory completion of background checks, drug screening, and required pre‑employment testing.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.

5% travel required.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to physically move around the manufacturing floor.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks such as typing or using a mouse for extended periods.
• Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers in meetings or phone calls.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Expected salary range: $95,000‑$110,000 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.

• Competitive compensation based on skills, qualifications, and experience.
• Comprehensive medical,…