Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

FL Sebring - Sebring, FL 33870

Overview

Level Experienced

Description

• Plan and schedule shift rosters to meet production needs, including coverage for vacations and absence
• Review and approve employee hours and time-off requests
• Supervise daily blow molding operations and ensure production targets are met
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 12–20 employees across 2nd shift
• Monitor machine performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with Maintenance to reduce downtime
• Enforce safety procedures, conduct safety audits, and participate in incident investigations
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Lean, etc.)
• Manage labor and material usage to control costs and reduce waste
• Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and operational logs
• Support onboarding, training, and performance evaluations for production staff
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support plant-wide goals

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Experience in plastics or molding preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong understanding of material flow, tooling, and job changeovers
• Hands-on knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, drives, and industrial controls
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a high-volume environment
• Familiarity with safety regulations, lean manufacturing, and quality systems
• Strong communication, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skill
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational abilities
• Proficiency with production tracking software, Microsoft Office, and ERP systems (SAP, Epicor, etc.)
• Ability to build a positive, high-performing team culture