Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

We are seeking a Production Supervisor who leads from the floor-not the sidelines. This role is responsible for driving daily production results by developing team members, maintaining high quality and safety standards, and keeping operations running smoothly. The right candidate will be a strong communicator, problem-solver, and leader who can balance people, production, and priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading, developing, and holding accountable production floor teams to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of manufacturing operations. This role provides direct oversight, reinforces standardized work, and drives continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with company procedures and performance expectations. This position is accountable for meeting departmental safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance goals.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct leadership and daily direction to assigned production departments, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
• Coach, develop, and mentor employees to build capability, improve performance, and support succession planning.
• Deliver structured training and ensure ongoing follow-up to reinforce adherence to standardized work instructions and company expectations.
• Evaluate and monitor employee performance; communicate results, address concerns proactively, and administer corrective action when necessary.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all production reports, checklists, and documentation.
• Maintain efficient workflow by monitoring production performance, adjusting priorities as needed,and providing feedback to support effective scheduling and resource allocation.
• Oversee product quality, identify defects or deviations, and drive timely corrective actions and rework as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by leading and participating in housekeeping efforts.
• Drive a culture that balances quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the Production Manager, Shipping Supervisor, and Fabrication Supervisor to align production schedules and priorities.
• Support continuous scrap reduction by reinforcing standard work, identifying root causes, and ensuring corrective actions are effectively implemented to prevent recurrence.
• Respond to operational challenges in real time, applying problem-solving and root cause analysis to resolve issues and prevent recurrence.
• Participate in inventory activities as requested.
• Actively support and sustain 5S standards by maintaining organization, cleanliness, and visual controls within the work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Quality Related Responsibilities:

• Ensure work is performed in accordance with Menk USA LLC ISO 9001:2015 quality standards and procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong leadership, supervisory, and team development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proven ability to train, coach, and influence employee performance
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Utilization of Excel and Pivot tables required.
• Ability to investigate issues and apply root cause analysis for effective resolution
• Working knowledge of standard office equipment (computer, phone, printers)

Safety:

• Working knowledge of company safety policies and applicable OSHA standards
• Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and enforcing safe work practices
• First Aid Certification and completion of all required safety training

Education, Certifications, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1-2 years of supervisory or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Excel
• Ability to read and interpret internal and customer drawings/prints

Preferred Education / Experience

• Associate or bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership.

Key Working Relationships

Collaborates with production, office, and management teams to drive consistent execution of safety, quality, and production goals

Physical Demands

• Must be able to walk, stand, sit, stoop, squat, and kneel for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds when required.
• The ability to travel throughout the facility is required to conduct job duties.
• Ability to spend extended periods of time in a production environment
• Ability to stand and sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift and move materials as required with appropriate equipment

Working Conditions Work is performed on the production/shop floor in a manufacturing environment. Employees may be exposed to noise, moving machinery, and varying temperatures. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, employment and education verification, a pre-employment drug test, and a job-specific lift test.

Additional Role Criteria : In addition to the above, all personnel must meet the minimum competency criteria within their role, as defined by the company's training matrix, and are required to complete the appropriate training. These competencies will be assessed through the performance appraisal system.

Menk-USA, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law