Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Manufacturing Production SupervisorTitle: Manufacturing Production Supervisor Pay Rate: $39.00 - $42.00 per hourSupervisors are required to work overtime as part of the role. Contractors are eligible for bonuses related to weekend coverage. Upon full-time conversion, supervisors are eligible for additional incentives/benefits.Initial contract period expected to be approximately 90 days, with the intention to convert to full-time based on performance and business need.Job Code: 82510012 The Manufacturing Production Supervisor is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and controlling direct functions within the manufacturing shop, in addition to managing and coordinating process improvement projects. Trains or coaches employees on administrative or technical processes and procedures. Ensures the safety of employees. Ensures that workers have the necessary equipment and prints to perform their duties. Resolves production issues and escalates those that require management attention. Educates employees on quality standards and procedures. Develop work instructions and procedures for manufacturing processes. Conduct performance review and formal performance/career development discussions with direct reports. Use the guiding principles and tools of the Manufacturing System to drive continuous improvement, wherever applicable.Number of Open Positions: 2 openings1 First Shift Production Supervisor1 Second Shift Production SupervisorShift / Hours / RotationFirst ShiftSupervisor coverage may require: 4:00 AM - 2:00 PMSecond ShiftSupervisor coverage may require: 2:00 PM - Midnight Occasionally up to 2:00 AMWeekend RotationSupervisors are required to participate in a rotating weekend coverage scheduleKey ResponsibilitiesPeople LeadershipSupervise approximately 10-15 direct reports.Monitor employee attendance and timekeeping.Coach and train employees on procedures and expectations.Conduct performance management activities.De-escalate employee concerns and workplace conflicts.Lead teams within a union manufacturing environment.Production OversightEnsure production schedules and objectives are met.Monitor shop floor activities.Ensure employees have required equipment, documentation, and work instructions.Troubleshooting & EscalationLearn products and manufacturing processes sufficiently to support troubleshooting efforts.Escalate production, quality, planning, supply chain, and operational concerns to appropriate departments.Safety & QualityPromote and enforce safety requirements.Ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures.Maintain a safe working environment.Continuous ImprovementSupport process improvements.Assist with development and maintenance of work instructions and procedures.Experience & SkillsRequired ExperienceMinimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.Highly DesiredPrior experience supervising within a union environment.Required SkillsLeadership SkillsStrong supervisory capabilities.Employee coaching and development.Accountability management.Conflict resolution.Effective communication.Soft SkillsConfident leadership presence.Professional communication style.Ability to remain calm under pressure.Strong interpersonal skills.Ability to manage vocal employee groups professionally.Technical SkillsManufacturing operations knowledge.Production troubleshooting experience.Ability to coordinate with Quality, Planning, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams.Computer SkillsMicrosoft Office Suite: Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, General office applicationsSAP experience preferred.Education RequirementsMinimum: High school diploma or equivalent.Alternative QualificationsCandidates with a bachelor's degree and slightly less supervisory experience may be considered.