Production Supervisor

Job Title: Production Supervisor
Job Description

• The Production Supervisor serves in a high-volume engine manufacturing facility, overseeing assembly and machining operations
• This role leads daily manufacturing activities, drives safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance, and ensures that production goals are consistently met
• The Production Supervisor manages and develops hourly team members, supports continuous improvement initiatives, and maintains a respectful, compliant, and safe work environment in a fast-paced, unionized setting

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily manufacturing operations for engine assembly and machining, adjusting plans as needed to meet changing demands
• Drive performance in safety, quality, productivity, cost, and efficiency with a strong focus on SPQRCE metrics
• Oversee production activities, including quality inspections, problem-solving, and built-in quality initiatives to ensure consistent product standards
• Train, develop, and evaluate hourly team members to build a skilled and engaged workforce
• Build and sustain high-performing teams by fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Motivate employees using standardized work methods and ensure adherence to established processes
• Ensure team members receive thorough Job Instruction Training (JIT) and verify understanding and correct application on the floor
• Coach, counsel, and mentor other Group Leaders to strengthen leadership capability across the organization
• Lead and support Global Manufacturing Systems (GMS) processes or similar operating systems to drive operational excellence
• Serve as a resource for launch and pilot production activities, supporting new product introductions and process changes
• Meet or exceed production schedules, cost targets, and quality requirements while maintaining high safety and housekeeping standards
• Apply lean and synchronous manufacturing principles to reduce variation, eliminate waste, and improve process flow

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing, production, or supply chain environment, supervising approximately 20 or more people with at least 2+ years of leadership experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, develop, and evaluate hourly employees in a high-volume setting
• Experience in supervision and leadership within quality, production, or materials/supply chain functions
• Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and variation reduction techniques
• Proven ability to meet production schedules, cost targets, and quality requirements
• Ability to promote and enforce safe work practices, including safety, ergonomics, and housekeeping standards
• Experience working in a unionized environment, ideally with UAW-represented employees, and leading union teams
• Ability to understand and consistently administer National and Local UAW Agreements

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Flint, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Flint,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.