Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Velosity Forest Lake is searching for a Production Supervisor to support our manufacturing facility in Forest Lake, MN. The Production Supervisor leads the production team to meet production requirements of product quality, on‑time delivery, and manufacturing cost control. On‑site position at the Forest Lake location. Shift: Monday‑Friday 7:00am‑3:30pm Salary range: $68,000 - $100,000 per year (base rate may vary based on experience, education, geography, internal equity and other factors). Benefits Insurance : Medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans. Other Benefits: 401(k) with company match, PTO, holidays, and paid parental leave. Responsibilities Lead production operations and team members to produce product right the first time. Schedule operators to produce product per the priority levels established by the Master Scheduler including production and engineering setups per plan. Address cost drivers (cycle time, scrap rates, labor utilization, and work cell layout) throughout the shift to maximize shift effectiveness. Delegate responsibilities to team to produce parts correctly the first time to meet customer quality and delivery expectations. Continually develop a cross‑functional, flexible work force by conducting and coordinating effective training activities and implementing succession planning to continually improve overall shift bench strength. Coordinate with leads, human resources, and associate staffing suppliers to ensure proper onboarding, training, documentation, development, and performance appraisals/decisions are being executed to facility policies and expectations. Monitor production operations including box counts and run times to close jobs on time eliminating under/overrun situations. Complete all necessary documentation for production during the shift in compliance with GMP standards and internal QMS requirements. Drive continual improvement initiatives to improve overall production effectiveness. Ensure a smooth transition to the next shift by relaying production related information as needed. Ensure a smooth transition to the next shift by relaying production related information as needed. Works cooperatively with all employees. Other tasks as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED – General Studies. Valid identification and the ability to work legally in the United States. Minimum 3 years of experience in plastic injection molding preferred; 3 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing facility preferred. Lead and develop production teams to meet organizational objectives including first‑time right and continual operational improvement; develop and train employees; multitask and prioritize resources while completing objectives correctly the first time, on time; provide accurate, timely, and professional communication between coworkers and other departments; basic computer skills. Working knowledge of injection molding processes, equipment, and critical processing parameters; basic understanding of scales and other required measuring equipment; understanding of blueprint reading. Ability to perform daily tasks safely; work independently with limited supervision. Physical & Mental Demands Walking is required within the office/shop areas. Sitting, standing, turning the head and torso, reaching, grasping, bending and flexing arms, legs, wrists, and fingers are physical requirements. Must have correctable eyesight and good depth perception. Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Must be able to walk, sit and occasionally climb and balance. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and move objects safely using proper equipment. Must have dexterity with hands. Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and complete them within a timely manner (results oriented); ability to make decisions with limited information. Work Environment This is a non‑smoking, professional manufacturing shop with normal lighting and climate control. The position may require moving throughout the shop and office and may be subject to airborne contaminants and chemical odors as customary in an injection molding/precision machining shop. Protective Clothing Required When in certain locations of the facility, eye and ear protection are required. Closed‑toed/slip‑resistant shoes are also required in certain locations. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran, marital, or disability status. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing. Velosity is an E‑Verify employer. Velosity maintains ITAR‑compliant operations in our facilities. Due to ITAR regulations, this role is only open to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders) or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status. Individuals with temporary visas (e.g. E, F‑1, H‑1, H‑2, L, B, J, TN or OPT) are not eligible for hire in this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Velosity