Production Supervisor

Our client is looking for a Production Supervisor in Sterling Heights, MI!

This contract opportunity (possible extension or direct hire for the right candidate) offers a starting pay rate range of $31.00 to $33.64/hour (benefits are available).

Position is 100% onsite.

Only candidates that are available to work ANY shift will be considered for this opportunity.

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for managing small work teams in a fast-paced, high volume, unionized, manufacturing environment. The Production Supervisor is responsible for ensuring team safety; building teams and training / allocating manpower; driving and implementing continuous improvement solutions to improve product quality and reach throughput and cost targets; and ensuring team morale.

• Ensure the production plan is met, analyzes issues with other roles, drives and implements continuous improvement activities and sustainability of solutions inside the Zone.
• A Zone may consist of multiple production lines and up to approximately 30 employees, requiring ownership of all safety, quality, and throughput objectives within that area.
• Ensure a safe workplace, leads the Team to improve Safety in the area and enforces the use of mandated Safety tools and procedures.
• Safety is a critical focus area within the body shop environment.
• Understand losses during the Shift, use the Stellantis Industrial Systems tools and methodology to improve Zone performances.
• Demonstrate an understanding of manufacturing process flow, bottlenecks, alarms, fault conditions, and escalation procedures to minimize downtime and maintain production targets.
• Proactively analyze quality KPIs related to the Zone, prioritizes quality issues and properly guides Team Leaders.
• Understanding basic welding principles, including identifying good versus bad welds, is highly beneficial.
• Ensure the right allocation of the people on the line, manages absenteeism, trains and builds teams.
• Possess knowledge of the broader manufacturing organization and have the ability to mobilize support groups and resources to lead and assist in problem‑solving activities.
• Candidates with strong mechanical aptitude and an understanding of manufacturing equipment, conveyors, automation systems, and maintenance concepts will be highly valued.
• Actively participate and lead kaizen project activities centered on Safety, Cost, Quality, and Throughput improvements and waste reduction opportunities identified through cost deployment.
• Drive a sense of urgency within the operation and proactively respond to production interruptions to ensure output targets are achieved.

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work any shift and overtime as required
• Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required
• Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Goal-oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams
• Ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
• Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness to production needs
• Ability to spend extended periods on the production floor, including walking throughout the facility and climbing stairs as required

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field
• 2 or more years’ experience in supervision in a high-volume environment
• Experience in welding (resistance spot welding) and robotic applications
• Experience with robotics controls, automation systems, conveyors, or related manufacturing technologies
• Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
• Previous experience working in a union environment
• Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Suite software programs
• Experience in automotive manufacturing, body shop operations, or stamping environments preferred
• Understanding of manufacturing process flow, bottleneck management, downtime reduction, and production recovery activities
• Candidates with maintenance-related experience, mechanical aptitude, or exposure to highly automated manufacturing operations are strongly encouraged to apply