Production Supervisor

Overview Trojan Battery Company is looking for a Production Supervisor to partner with a dynamic and analytical group. The role directs, supervises, organizes, and assigns work while maintaining high quality and productivity in a high‑growth environment. Responsibilities Lead in assigning all production activities for all shifts. Maintain a safe working environment and ensure the facility meets OSHA and other regulatory requirements. Assume responsibilities of Emergency Response Coordinator. Ensure product quality, process control, work techniques, and methods meet standards. Apply Six Sigma tools to improve processes and eliminate waste. Use Plex to manage inventory, produce schedules, create orders, report production and receive product. Perform production planning operations utilizing MRP outputs, inputs, and signal reports, pegging planned orders to drive work orders to on‑time completion. Monitor and control budgets for all departments using P.M.C. Set up controls for scrap and evaluate data to reduce scrap. Plan and schedule change‑overs to equipment and review equipment set‑ups. Assign work to Team Leads to ensure a safe environment, high‑quality product, and productivity. Organize all production activities for departments, including assembly line planning and operations. Review production schedules, materials and manpower resources to coordinate personnel for maximum production objectives. Collaborate with Environmental, Quality Control, Maintenance, Engineering, Scheduling, and Manufacturing to implement programs for cost reductions, work simplification, tooling trials, methods, and schedules. Implement safety and environmental devices/equipment, maintain housekeeping, and monitor hazardous conditions. Maintain and train an efficient workforce in accordance with skill requirements and schedules. Attend training and keep abreast of new developments relevant to the position. Manage departmental performance measures and report to production manager. Track daily, weekly, monthly, and annual production metrics/KPIs. Analyze plant floor operations, identify trends, and implement corrective actions. Conduct meetings with floor personnel to ensure work delegation and deadline compliance. Implement continuous improvement in health, safety, security, and environmental practices. Resolve issues with support staff such as technicians, engineering, and materials/warehouse teams. Follow quality system procedures and perform other duties as required. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise multiple direct reports and manage staff through effective team building, goal setting, and motivating. Provide timely feedback and conduct annual performance reviews. Plan, organize, and delegate work assignments to meet schedules and optimize manpower and equipment. Manage employee work schedules and labor hours in the time and attendance system. Communicate information to subordinates and train employees. Identify cross‑training needs and resources. Train and develop employees for job advancement and enhancement. Establish a positive work environment that instills good morale. Qualifications Minimum three years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing operation; battery industry preferred. Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, ability to resolve disputes and maintain confidentiality. Strong multitasking, self‑starter, and team‑building abilities. Lean manufacturing and continuous process improvement experience. Proficient in ERP and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Experience in an ISO environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to interface with internal and external customers. Flexible shift availability. Proficient in English; bilingual Spanish/English is a plus. Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans Section 125 Cafeteria Plan 401(k) / 401(k) Roth Disability Income (specific locations and/or classification) Group Legal Services Corporate 529 College Savings Plan Tuition Reimbursement Credit Union Membership Employee Wellness Programs Employee Discounts Volunteer and Company Sponsored Philanthropy Trips #J-18808-Ljbffr