Production Supervisor

Job Description

Production SupervisorResponsibilitiesCompensation and Benefits Package - Base salary range: $72,000 – $88,000 annually

• Additional shift premium: $350 per additional shift worked

• Holiday premium: $700 for working designated holidays

• Expected schedule: required to work one weekend per month

• Performance bonus: annual incentive program tied to strategic KPIs and operational goals

• Relocation assistance available

• Comprehensive benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave

  • Professional development and continuing education support

  • Employee wellness and assistance programs

Job Roles - Anticipation – Asks questions to understand the needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operations for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to the planning process.

• Reliability – Leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates a safe environment; works effectively within parameters of the bargaining unit contract.

• Optimizer – Improves processes; executes production for maximum output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success.

• Facilitator – Interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions; acts as liaison between planning, management, and execution functions of the business.

• Responsiveness – Deals effectively with unforeseen challenges; modifies labor schedules or other variables as needed to address changing circumstances.

• Influence – Delegates effectively; communicates the “why” behind directives; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; manages conflict and change effectively.

• Organization and structure – Plans daily operations; coordinates resources to ensure timely delivery; balances priorities across multiple projects and stakeholders; establishes contingency plans.

• Observation – Monitors performance and workflow patterns; ensures accuracy in scheduling, quality in production, and customer satisfaction; communicates findings and acts on issues; maintains awareness of plant operations.

• Ownership – Accepts accountability for team and business performance; inspires ownership, improvement, and accountability in others; promotes a results-driven environment.

Responsibilities - Supervises an effective team through planning and conducting meetings, performance appraisals, staffing oversight, and career development initiatives.

• Motivates, coaches, and trains team members to achieve maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation.

• Provides consistent and effective feedback; documents all disciplinary actions appropriately.

• Trains and mentors new supervisors to build leadership capability.

• Directs employee orientation and EHS training to ensure compliance and promote a culture of safety and excellence.

• Maintains compliance with collective bargaining agreements; acts as liaison between management and union officials; addresses and resolves grievances.

• Ensures adherence to all company policies, procedures, and practices.

• Schedules production and assigns work teams based on operational needs.

• Reviews production and operating reports, identifies inefficiencies, and resolves issues to prevent delays and minimize costs.

• Promotes a culture of EHS awareness, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

• Implements and sustains ABS principles and 6S initiatives.

• Coordinates with other departments to manage product flow and maintain inventory accuracy.

• Fosters awareness of company policies and initiatives among all team members; acts as a resource for information and clarification.

• Responds to emergencies, troubleshoots production issues, and recommends corrective actions.

• Prepares and analyzes operational documentation and production reports.

• Reviews and improves work procedures for safety, efficiency, and compliance.

• Develops and implements new methods to improve operations, reduce costs, and maximize labor and material utilization.

• Collaborates with management, engineering, and quality teams to address maintenance and production challenges and identify process improvements.

• Conducts safety and 6S audits to ensure compliance and readiness.

• Assists in operational budgeting and goal-setting processes.

• Performs additional duties as assigned to support business objectives.

QualificationsBasic Qualifications - High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution

• Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience

• Legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship available)

Preferred Qualifications - Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment

• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Manufacturing, and Kaizen concepts

• Strong communication and team-building skills across all organizational levels

• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced, technical environment

• Energetic self-starter capable of promoting and implementing change initiatives

• Proficient in PC applications and documentation management

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and people skills

• Ability to foster a continuous improvement culture