Production Supervisor - Manufacturing - 1st Shift

Why Central Moloney?

Since 1949, Central Moloney has built a reputation for quality, innovation, and doing things right. As an ISO 9001-certified company, we offer the stability of an established industry leader with the energy of a team that's always improving. When you join Central Moloney, you're not just supervising a production line — you're helping power homes, hospitals, and communities across the country.

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Reports To: Value Stream Manager

Work Location: Pine Bluff, AR

FLSA Status: Exempt

Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Since 1949, Central Moloney has built a reputation for quality, innovation, and doing things right. As an ISO 9001-certified company, we offer the stability of an established industry leader with the energy of a team that's always improving. When you join Central Moloney, you're not just supervising a production line — you're helping power homes, hospitals, and communities across the country.

As a Production Supervisor, you'll lead a team on the production floor, keeping things running safely, on schedule, and at a high standard of quality. You'll coach your team, solve problems as they come up, and help drive continuous improvement across the shift. This role is a great fit for someone who's a strong, hands-on leader and enjoys keeping a fast-paced production environment organized and on track.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with a strong background in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, scheduling, and employee development.

• Lead and coach a team of 2+ Team Leads and 20+ production employees, building a culture of accountability and teamwork
• Hold regular check-ins with your team, set clear goals, and give feedback that helps people grow
• Keep safety a top priority, making sure your team follows all safety policies and procedures
• Lead by example, supporting a positive and respectful workplace
• Drive continuous improvement on the floor — spotting waste, fixing bottlenecks, and making processes run smoother
• Plan and manage daily production to hit targets for quality, quantity, and timing
• Work closely with planning and materials teams to keep schedules realistic and on track, adjusting as needed
• Partner with Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to keep production flowing smoothly
• Lead root cause investigations and fix quality issues when they come up
• Make sure your team has the right staffing, training, and equipment to get the job done
• Keep accurate records and reporting for your shift

• High school diploma or GED required;
  Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations Management is a plus
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement (5S, Kaizen, etc.)
• A track record of leading, coaching, and growing a strong team
• Comfortable with production scheduling and adjusting on the fly
• Strong problem-solving skills and a "get it done" attitude
• Clear, confident communicator who works well with people at every level
• Comfortable using production software and basic data/reporting tools

• Lifting:
  
  Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• Environment:
  
  Work in a facility with loud noise, extreme temperatures, and environmental stressors.
• Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, crouch, reach, and grasp as needed.
• PPE:
  
  Wear the required PPE, including eye and hearing protection, gloves, and safety toe footwear.
• Dexterity and Vision:
  
  Manual dexterity and specific vision abilities (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment).
• Stamina:
  
  Stand for long shifts.
• Skills:
  
  Effective communication, basic math skills, and teamwork.
• Safety:
  
  Adhere to safety protocols and address hazards

• Company-paid Medical and Dental Insurance for employees
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) and Retirement Plan
• Advancement Opportunities Within the Organization
• Stable, Growing Manufacturing Environment
• Supportive Team Culture

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