Production Supervisor

Kohler is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily operations in our manufacturing facility. You will oversee a production team, ensuring safe work practices, on-time output, and consistent product quality. Responsibilities include scheduling and coordinating work, monitoring KPIs, driving lean and continuous improvement, and resolving production issues through root cause analysis. You'll coach and develop associates, foster an inclusive, collaborative culture, and partner with engineering, maintenance, and quality to optimize processes and support sustainable, high-performance manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations to meet safety, quality, and delivery targets
• Supervise, coach, and develop production associates in a fast-paced environment
• Create and adjust production schedules and staffing to meet demand
• Monitor KPIs and implement lean, continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and quality to resolve issues
• Analyze downtime and defects, performing root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and system entries
• Support training on work instructions, SOPs, and new processes
• Promote an inclusive, engaged culture aligned with Kohler values

Required Skills

• Production scheduling
• Lean manufacturing
• Six Sigma or continuous improvement
• Safety and OSHA compliance
• Quality control and auditing
• Team leadership and coaching
• Root cause analysis
• Manufacturing ERP/MES systems
• KPI tracking and reporting
• Work instructions and SOPs