Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Lead People. Drive Performance. Make an Impact.

The best production leaders aren't scrolling job boards every day. They're busy building strong teams, improving processes, solving problems, and delivering results. If you're a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys coaching people, improving operations, and taking ownership of performance, we'd like to talk with you.

At Amatrol, we're looking for a Production Supervisor who can inspire teams, drive continuous improvement, and help us deliver world-class technical training systems used by educators and industry throughout the world. This is an opportunity to lead a talented manufacturing team in an environment where your ideas, leadership, and expertise will make a visible difference every day.

This isn't a position where you're simply managing schedules and approving timecards. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Develop and mentor team leaders and production employees
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction
• Partner with engineering, planning, and operations leaders to improve manufacturing processes
• Influence hiring, training, workforce development, and succession planning
• Drive a culture built on safety, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence
• Play a key role in delivering products that help train the next generation of skilled workers worldwide

As Production Supervisor, you will lead daily manufacturing operations while creating an environment where employees feel supported, challenged, and motivated to succeed.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and coordinating production teams and team leads
• Coaching employees and developing future leaders
• Driving safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery performance
• Managing production schedules and workforce planning
• Monitoring operational metrics and identifying opportunities for improvement
• Leading Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Supporting ERP system utilization and process enhancements
• Partnering with engineering on product launches, model changes, and manufacturability improvements
• Maintaining high standards for quality, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency
• Recruiting, hiring, and developing manufacturing talent

You may be an ideal fit if you:

• Naturally lead by example
• Build trust and accountability within your team
• Enjoy coaching employees and helping them grow
• Are energized by solving operational challenges
• Understand manufacturing metrics and know how to turn data into action
• Have experience improving processes through Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where priorities shift and collaboration matters

• Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline preferred
• Leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience with production scheduling, inventory control, and ERP systems
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, finishing, assembly, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience using spreadsheets and data analysis tools to drive decision-making
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Quality Systems, and continuous improvement experience strongly preferred

In this role, you'll build an engaged workforce, improve operational performance, maintain exceptional product quality, and help ensure customer orders are delivered on time and at the highest standards. You'll be a leader people want to work for and a trusted partner across the organization.

Amatrol designs and manufactures industry-leading technical training systems, eLearning curriculum, simulators, and workforce development solutions used by educational institutions, manufacturers, and training organizations around the world. Every product we build helps develop the skilled workforce that powers modern industry.

If you're currently leading manufacturing teams and looking for an organization that values innovation, continuous improvement, and employee development, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Apply today and help shape the future of manufacturing excellence at Amatrol.

Please Note: This is a fully in-person position in Jeffersonville, IN. To be considered for this position, candidates must submit a current, chronological resume showing relevant work experience as well as a relevant digital portfolio. Contact Human Resources if you need any accommodations during the job application process due to a disability. Amatrol, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position is not eligible for placement by outside recruitment or staffing agencies.

You should be proficient in:

• Leadership / People Management
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Quality Control Experience
• Six Sigma Experience
• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Root Cause Analysis
• Process Development
• Blueprint Reading
• Microsoft Excel
• ERP Systems
• Hands On Leadership Style
• ISO 9001
• Manufacturing Leadership
• Microsoft Outlook
• Multiple Department Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Reporting
• Understanding Manufacturing Processes

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• ERP Software