Production Supervisor - Day Shift

Job Title:
Production Supervisor – Day Shift
ob Function:
Production

Reports To:

Operations Manager

Location:

Newark, CA

The Production Supervisor coordinates day-to-day production operations, supervises production personnel, and implements process improvements to meet quality, delivery, and efficiency objectives. This role ensures workload planning, team development, and cross-functional collaboration while monitoring KPIs, enforcing policies, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

• Plan and coordinate workload for assigned Production groups.
• Execute the Production Master Plan and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Identify bottlenecks and guide teams to continuously improve processes.
• Delegate assignments and monitor progress to meet unit goals.
• Coordinate with Warehouse and Repair Center teams on production jobs.
• Manage controllable operating expenditures, including scrap and consumables.

• Assess and manage team time and workload; approve overtime and working hours.
• Train new hires and cross-train existing employees; develop work instructions and conduct on-job training.
• Perform headcount reviews, overtime analysis, and plan/manage temporary workforce.
• Establish performance metrics; review employee performance and recommend compensation or disciplinary actions.
• Interpret and enforce company policies and procedures within the team.
• Participate in hiring decisions and maintain mandatory training records.

• Develop, monitor, and document key production processes and tools (e.g., setup, wave solder, de-panel, rework, touch‑up, product testing, box build assembly).
• Create and maintain standardized templates for process documentation.
• Provide input into annual production objectives and plans.
• Update and maintain production databases, reports, and worksheets.

• Analyze production issues and propose data‑driven solutions.
• Plan and execute corrective actions, evaluating and sharing results with stakeholders.
• Represent the Production group in cross‑functional planning and problem‑solving.
• Interpret customer requirements and internal guidelines to team members; support knowledge transfer.

• BS Degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of production supervisory experience in CM EMS industry.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in SMT manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, line balancing, and equipment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio; PLM knowledge a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.