Production Supervisor

Job Title: Production Supervisor Job Description

The Production Supervisor (Department Lead) oversees daily manufacturing operations in a high-volume environment to ensure production, quality, and safety targets are consistently met. This role blends hands-on production activities with leadership responsibilities, including supervising workflows, monitoring performance metrics, and driving continuous improvement. The Production Supervisor partners with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues, escalates risks when needed, and maintains operational efficiency while fostering a positive, accountable, and safety-focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily production operations and workflows across assigned manufacturing areas.

• Supervise, coach, and develop team members to build skills, improve performance, and support career growth.

• Monitor and track production metrics, including day-by-hour performance, output, and quality results.

• Ensure adherence to ISO standards, company quality procedures, and customer specifications.

• Analyze production data and performance trends to identify issues, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including structured programs such as HPT and BARNS, to enhance efficiency and quality.

• Resolve team conflicts promptly and fairly, enforcing accountability and maintaining a positive work environment.

• Maintain strict safety and compliance standards, ensuring consistent use of PPE and adherence to safety policies.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, engineering, quality, and warehouse, to address production issues and improve processes.

• Support training and development of new and existing employees on processes, equipment, and safety procedures.

• Utilize Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and manufacturing systems (including MSSV) to document, track, and report production data.

• Make informed operational decisions based on data, production priorities, and resource availability.

• Communicate clearly and consistently with team members and leadership regarding goals, performance, issues, and changes.

• Support flexible coverage needs, including shift changes or additional hours, to ensure production goals are met.

• Perform hands-on production work as needed, including operating equipment and assisting with tasks on the floor.

Essential Skills

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, preferably in a supervisory or lead role.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, coach, and develop team members.

• Proven ability to analyze production data and make sound operational decisions.

• Experience tracking and managing production metrics such as output, quality, and day-by-hour performance.

• Knowledge of manufacturing operations, including workflows, equipment, and production processes.

• Familiarity with ISO standards and quality control practices.

• Experience with continuous improvement processes and methodologies.

• Ability to manage conflict, enforce accountability, and maintain a positive team culture.

• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to interact with team members and cross-functional partners.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint for data tracking, reporting, and communication.

• Ability to use manufacturing systems, including MSSV, to monitor and record production activities.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a production environment.

• Basic math skills for tracking metrics, interpreting data, and supporting daily operations.

• Ability to work flexible hours and support shift changes as business needs require.

• Physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.

• Capability to bend, reach, and perform hands-on production work safely and effectively.

• Commitment to safety compliance, including consistent use of PPE and safe operation of power tools and machinery.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• College coursework, technical training, or relevant certifications in manufacturing, operations, or leadership preferred.

• Experience leading teams in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

• Exposure to structured continuous improvement programs such as HPT and BARNS.

• Familiarity with machine shop, molding, bonding (machine presses), or warehouse operations.

• Experience working in environments producing components such as rubber seals or similar products.

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, safety-focused manufacturing organization that invests in its people and their long-term success. Once converted to a permanent role, you can access a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with a 5% match, and an additional 3% retirement contribution. You will also enjoy paid time off and holidays, tuition reimbursement to support your continued education, parental leave, and disability coverage. The culture emphasizes continuous improvement, teamwork, and professional development, giving you the opportunity to grow your leadership skills while contributing to high-quality products used in critical applications.

Work Environment

This role is on the 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The facility is a large, open manufacturing setting with multiple areas, including a machine shop, molding, bonding (machine presses), and warehouse operations. The environment is described as very safe and clean, with established safety protocols and procedures. You will work alongside a sizable production team, with dozens of employees across first, second, and third shifts, in a collaborative and structured setting. The work involves regular use of PPE, power tools, and machinery, as well as standing, walking, bending, reaching, and performing repetitive tasks for extended periods. You must be able to lift up to 35 lbs and perform hands-on production work as part of your daily responsibilities.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Diego, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.75 - $40.75/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.