Production Supervisor

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Production Supervisor Job Description

The Production Supervisor leads day-to-day operations in a manufacturing environment, overseeing production activities, supervising employees, and ensuring products meet quality and scheduling requirements. This role manages staffing and training, coordinates equipment maintenance, and supports continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity.

• Supervise production employees, including hiring, retention, performance reviews, coaching, and discipline in accordance with company policies.
• Provide training and cross‑training to employees to ensure they can safely and effectively perform their duties and support flexible staffing across the department.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and preventive maintenance (PMs) for production equipment to minimize downtime and maintain safe, efficient operations.
• Execute the production schedule according to the scheduler’s specifications, ensuring that daily and weekly output targets are met.
• Ensure the quality of all products produced by monitoring processes, performing quality checks, and addressing nonconformances promptly.
• Verify proper scanning and tracking of materials and products by coil personnel and truck drivers to maintain accurate records and traceability.
• Conduct orientation for new employees, introducing them to production processes, safety procedures, and workplace expectations.
• Manage inventory within the production area, including monitoring stock levels, coordinating material usage, and supporting accurate inventory records.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and problem‑solving techniques to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall production performance.
• Promote a safe and organized work environment by reinforcing safety practices, ensuring proper use of equipment, and maintaining clean work areas.

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1–2 years of supervisory experience leading production or operations teams.
• Demonstrated production supervision and production management experience.
• Hands‑on experience in manufacturing or production, preferably involving steel or metal processes.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and the ability to apply them in a production setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop employees.
• Proven problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to perform walking off and on for 4–6 hours per day within the production area.
• Experience ensuring product quality and performing routine quality checks.
• Ability to coordinate equipment maintenance and preventive maintenance activities.

• Experience in steel or metal manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with CNC equipment, saws, and plasma cutting operations.
• Exposure to gearboxes and related mechanical systems used in manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in inventory management within a production or warehouse environment.
• Experience working with scheduling systems or production planning tools.
• Prior involvement in onboarding and orienting new employees.

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both their professional and personal well‑being, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible‑spending accounts, and life insurance. The organization offers a 401(k) plan with company match and an annual incentive, rewarding long‑term commitment and performance. Paid time off and tuition reimbursement support work‑life balance and ongoing development, while a designated community service day reflects a strong commitment to giving back and fostering a sense of purpose beyond the workplace.

This role operates in a manufacturing environment with a shift schedule of 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM. The position requires frequent walking off and on for 4–6 hours per day within the production area, around equipment such as CNC machines, saws, plasma cutting systems, and gearboxes. The environment involves active production operations, where employees work around machinery, materials, and…