Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Production Supervisor

Full-time

Kent, WA, US

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You will lead a production area to meet customer and operational goals by coaching teams, stabilizing processes, and driving continuous improvement. You will work onsite on a swing schedule (2:30pm–1:00am, 10-hour shifts Monday–Thursday) and partner with production staff, engineering, HR, and customers to deliver reliable output and quality.

• Supervise and direct day-to-day work activity of team members in the assigned area.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members; create and execute individual development plans and conduct performance appraisals.
• Lead root cause analysis, PDCA, and Lean/Kaizen events to reduce waste and improve cycle time and part flow.
• Develop and deploy standardized work instructions and ensure process stability through adherence to standards.
• Perform capacity analysis and determine staffing requirements to meet customer demand and productivity targets.
• Coordinate new product launches with engineering and troubleshoot scheduling and material issues.
• Enforce quality standards, coordinate corrective actions, and contain sources of quality issues.
• Promote and enforce safety policies; conduct safety investigations and audits.
• Partner with HR to support equitable experiences and a culture of inclusivity and belonging.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial/Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Materials/Process Engineering.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Solid understanding and practical experience with Kaizen and Lean principles.
• Ability to assess departmental health using data and direct observation and implement systemic improvement plans.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to propose alternative solutions beyond historical practice.
• Knowledge of multiple leadership approaches and ability to apply appropriate methods to build individual and team success.
• Proficient computer skills and strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

$87,050 to $145,250 annually

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