Press Production Supervisor

Press Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Overview

We are seeking a results-driven Press Production Supervisor to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This leadership role promotes a safety-first culture, drives continuous improvement, and embraces a servant leadership approach to build an engaged and accountable workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

* Champion and enforce all safety policies and procedures

* Conduct safety audits and lead root-cause investigations

* Identify and correct unsafe behaviors or conditions

* Ensure proper safety training and PPE compliance

Team Leadership & Development

* Lead with a servant leadership mindset focused on coaching and team development

* Train, mentor, and cross-train team members

* Oversee attendance, performance, and policy enforcement

* Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations matters

* Partner with Union Stewards on contract and disciplinary issues

Production Oversight

* Supervise daily operations within the stamping press department

* Drive achievement of production goals, quality standards, and on-time delivery

* Optimize Client and machine utilization

* Troubleshoot issues quickly to minimize downtime and maintain workflow

Continuous Improvement

* Lead and support Lean initiatives including 5S and Kaizen

* Analyze scrap, downtime, and bottlenecks to implement corrective actions

* Collaborate with quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve throughput and efficiency

Reporting & Communication

* Maintain accurate production, safety, and quality records

* Report KPIs to leadership

* Communicate effectively across departments to resolve operational challenges

Qualifications

* 1-3+ years of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment

* Previous manufacturing supervisory experience required (stamping press experience strongly preferred)

* Demonstrated servant leadership approach

* Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles

* Bachelor's Degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred

* Internship or co-op experience will be considered

Physical Requirements

* Ability to stand for extended periods

* Frequent stooping and bending

* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance

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