Production Supervisor

Purpose and Scope Supervises and coordinates the work for employees on assembly lines or welding lines. Maintains pre‑established production levels. Assures compliance with approved methods and procedures. Resolves production scheduling issues. Essentials Duties and Responsibilities Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the operations of production and materials. Coordinates labor availability and materials supply. Supervises the daily activities of the operations unit. Motivates staff and deals effectively with performance and/or production issues. Must be able to read and interpret parts prints, assembly prints, and tooling prints. Implements operational procedures. Must be familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Plans and meets production. Continually monitors methods and output. Meets daily production needs by coordinating materials and resources. Maintains efficiency through effective personnel management. Evaluates individual performance and makes appropriate recommendations. Reviews the progress of work by answering questions, evaluating decisions, and resolving problems. Understands and supports safe production practices and good housekeeping. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university; or 3–5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Full understanding of product assembly. Ability to work all areas at subordinate level. Knowledge and Skills Requirements Language skills – Ability to respond to common inquiries. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization. Mathematical skills – Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to tasks such as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis. Reasoning ability – Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel; talk or hear. Frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions. Noise level is usually loud. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required. Benefits Rite‑Hite offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, future, and life outside of work. Health & Well‑being – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. Robust well‑being program with additional days off. Financial Security – 401(k) with company match and profit sharing. Time for You – Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year. Equal Opportunity and Legal Statements Rite‑Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rite-Hite Products Corporation