Production Supervisor 1st Shift

About Lozier

Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Lozier Corporation is the leading manufacturer of products used by retailers in stores and warehouses. With a vision to be operationally excellent in support of retail’s present and future, Lozier has relied on its quality products and service for more than 65 years. Our manufacturing operations are growing, and so is our team. We are looking for a hands‑on Production Supervisor to take the next step in their leadership career and to add an additional supervisor on each shift.

• Bonus potential
• PTO plus paid holidays
• Competitive benefits package (eligible for medical, dental, and vision from first day)
• On‑site health clinic
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Career Development Programs
• Casual dress
• Schedule: 1st Shift – 6:00am‑2:30pm, Mon‑Fri (weekends as needed)

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations within a designated area to ensure execution of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale (SQDCM) objectives. The role directly supervises teams, ensuring efficient material flow, operational effectiveness, and accurate order fulfillment. The supervisor works collaboratively across departments to maintain a positive employee relations environment, implement process improvements, uphold company standards, and promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrate leadership by championing Lozier’s Mission, Vision, and Values and living the Lozier Leadership Model.
• Supervise working teams to meet daily operational goals and performance metrics, including overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), order accuracy, labor efficiency, and downtime.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies, quality standards such as ISO
  9000 and advanced product quality planning (APQP), and delivery commitments through daily oversight and coaching.
• Maintain and consistently administer local policies to meet day‑to‑day operating requirements, ensuring that all regulatory standards and company policies are understood, supported, and followed on the production floor.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to align support for operational objectives.
• Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, proper storage, and use of ERP and/or WMS.
• Assist in workforce planning, scheduling, and training to ensure labor coverage and team readiness.
• Participate in and lead lean initiatives, root‑cause investigations, and structured problem‑solving efforts to drive continuous improvement.
• Track and report area performance using established KPIs; identify and act on trends and anomalies in real time.
• Analyze SCADA data to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process optimization (useful).
• Conduct regular process checks and audits to ensure standards are met and issues are escalated or resolved quickly.
• Maintain accurate records of production, labor, downtime, and incident reporting as required.
• Support the maintenance and readiness of operational equipment, including warehouse vehicles or production machinery.
• Foster a high‑performance environment built on clear expectations, accountability, respect, and development utilizing SQDCM models.
• Demonstrate regular attendance and timeliness in reporting to work, meetings, and completing assignments.
• Demonstrate the ability to work and interact well with others.

• Support special projects, cost‑reduction initiatives, and cross‑functional improvement teams as assigned.
• Assist with warehouse layout adjustments, material‑handling strategies, or production line balancing.
• Participate in union‑related matters or bargaining support, depending on location and assignment.
• Contribute to community engagement or wellness initiatives as part of company culture.

• Associate degree in manufacturing, logistics, business, technical discipline, or another related field (required).
• Bachelor degree in the same fields (preferred).

• Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment (or equivalent) if degreed.
• Minimum of 7 years if non‑degreed.
• Minim…