Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

As a Production Supervisor in our Electronics Manufacturing facility, you will play a key role in supporting the growth and expansion of our manufacturing operations. In addition to leading day-to-day production activities, you will help support the startup and operational readiness of our new facility by assisting with the establishment of production processes, workflows, equipment readiness, and team development. You will lead a team of production associates and technicians, ensuring output meets customer demands while maintaining strong safety, quality, and compliance standards. This role requires hands‑on leadership, problem‑solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to operate effectively in a growing and evolving manufacturing environment. Our Team You’ll be part of a dynamic production operations team responsible for assembling high‑precision electronic components while supporting the continued expansion of our manufacturing capabilities. Our team works closely across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other functions to successfully bring new production capabilities online and deliver quality products to a diverse, global customer base. What You Will Do Lead and engage a team of hourly production employees, focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency Support the startup and operational readiness of the new manufacturing facility, including implementation of production processes, workflows, and operating standards Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and other teams to support equipment installation, production readiness, and process implementation Help establish effective shop‑floor routines, standard work, training, and performance expectations as operations ramp up Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the production floor Monitor production KPIs and adjust staffing or workflow to meet targets without compromising quality or safety Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to team members to drive skill development and engagement Identify and resolve production challenges during startup and ongoing operations while driving sustainable process improvements Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) High school diploma or GED 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment 1+ year of experience in a leadership, supervisory, or team lead role Working knowledge of manufacturing metrics and production processes What Will Put You Ahead Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business‑related field Experience supporting a new facility startup, manufacturing expansion, production transfer, or production ramp‑up Experience in electronics or high‑tech manufacturing Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies Experience implementing or improving standard work, manufacturing processes, or production workflows Experience using ERP systems and production tracking tools Strong interpersonal, problem‑solving, and conflict resolution skills Who We Are Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) Molex's Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) Division delivers mission‑critical connectivity, signal technologies, and electronic solutions designed for the most demanding environments. Drawing on decades of engineering excellence and innovation, we support aerospace, defense, space, and other high‑reliability markets where performance is essential and failure is not an option. From enabling next‑generation communications and data transfer to providing rugged interconnect and electronic solutions for mission‑critical systems, our technologies help customers advance capabilities across air, land, sea, and space. At ADS, we combine deep technical expertise, operational excellence, and a culture of principled entrepreneurship to create value for our customers, communities, and one another. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense through innovation, reliability, and purpose‑driven solutions. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E‑Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E‑Verify information click here , aquí , or tu ). In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Koch Industries Inc.