Production Supervisor- 1st Shift - Fort Wayne, IN

Job Overview Job Title: Production Supervisor 1st Shift Location: Fort Wayne, IN Job Type: On-Site Reporting to: Production Manager Director Reports: /NA Responsibilities Ensure all employees complete required training, including safety, onboarding, and on-the-job training, accurately and on time. Enforce safety, environmental, quality, and 5S standards; conduct inspections, safety meetings, and incident investigations. Supervise daily production operations to meet schedules, maximize output, foam yield, and control costs and overtime. Monitor employee performance, complete hourly performance reviews, and initiate corrective actions when necessary. Manage workforce planning by adjusting manpower to production needs and coordinating overtime and call-ins as required. Oversee production flow, order distribution, and ensure accurate shipment completion, documentation, and bill of lading signoff. Communicate effectively with employees regarding work requirements, policies, safety updates, and operational changes. Identify equipment issues, submit maintenance work orders, and support continuous improvement efforts. Maintain administrative accuracy, including time and attendance entries, documentation, and reporting. Act as a leader and team supervisor to resolve production issues, support problem-solving, and drive operational excellence. Skills / Qualifications Ability to read/write/speak/understand English. Degree in Management, a related field, or equivalent on-the-job experience. 3-5 years supervisor experience in manufacturing field required. ERP experience is a plus; preferred experience with SAP. Lean experience preferred Experience working in unionized environments preferred. Total Rewards We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Basic and optional life insurance Short and long-term disability coverage 401(k) plan with company match Tuition assistance Flexible spending accounts Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce FXI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FXI does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or based on any individual’s membership in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We support workplace diversity. We strongly believe that diversity contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better products. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can. Note: FXI is not able to sponsor visas. We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at FXI via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of FXI. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by FXI as a result of the referral or through other means. #J-18808-Ljbffr