Production Supervisor

About the Job

Amerityre is looking for a diverse pool of qualified candidates for the Production Supervisor position to oversee the Production unit. Founded in 1996, Amerityre is a family-owned leader in proprietary polyurethane tire technology. The company developed the first polyurethane automobile tire to pass DOT testing and now manufactures over 300 variations of flat-free tires from its Las Vegas, Nevada facility. As the largest flat-free tire manufacturer in the U.S., Amerityre serves bicycle, mobility, agricultural, lawn and garden, and industrial markets, driven by its mission to deliver unique tire solutions through in-house chemical formulation and tire design expertise. This is a full-time position located in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Position Description:

Under the general supervision of the General Manager the Production Supervisor will lead the day-to-day activities of a small manufacturing team of 6 to 8 employees. This individual will learn all manufacturing processes and become proficient in our operations. This is a growth-track position, with strong performance leading to potential promotion to Plant Manager.

Responsibilities of the Production Supervisor may include, without limitation:

• Lifting up to 80 pounds at a time.
• Coordinating staffing and maintaining production schedules.
• Learning and becoming proficient in all plant manufacturing processes.
• Managing safety instruction, compliance, and related record keeping.
• Training, coaching, and motivating production employees, including new hires.
• Communicating clearly with team members and plant leadership.
• Identifying and resolving production issues, applying creative problem-solving.
• Organizing and maintaining records related to production, safety, and personnel.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

The Production Supervisor will be selected with special preference given to the candidate's training, experience, and aptitude in the fields of manufacturing and supervising. A qualified candidate must have: (1) Prior experience as a Production Supervisor in a manufacturing facility (2) High School diploma or equivalent and at least 5 years of relevant experience.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience managing safety training and documentation.
• Proven ability to train, counsel, and motivate production staff.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think outside the box.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-starter with a "can-do" attitude.

Salary: The salary for this position is $50,000 per year.

Benefits: The benefits include the accrual of paid time off and health insurance.

Working Conditions:

The work is performed in a manufacturing facility environment in Las Vegas, Nevada. Employees may be exposed to production noise, machinery, temperature variations, and physical activity associated with manufacturing operations. Personal protective equipment is required in designated areas.

Work Schedule: This position follows a 4-day, 10-hour work schedule each week. Overtime may be required during peak production periods.