Production Supervisor

1st Shift Production Supervisor NOVO Health Services is a leading provider of healthcare linen solutions, delivering a fresh and innovative approach to the industry. Our focus on patient experience, infection prevention, and operational excellence enables us to improve linen quality while reducing overall program costs for our healthcare partners. With HLAC-accredited facilities and a commitment to continuous improvement, NOVO is redefining how healthcare linen programs are managed across the country. NOVO Health Services is seeking a hands-on 1st Shift Production Supervisor to lead daily operations within the Soil department, driving performance across safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement. This role is responsible for overseeing a team of production associates on 1st shift, ensuring efficient workflow, regulatory compliance, and consistent service delivery to our healthcare partners. The ideal candidate is a strong floor leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, develops teams, and drives operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead daily 1st shift production operations within the Soil department to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals Ensure production schedules are met while optimizing labor utilization and workflow efficiency Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Plant Leadership to address operational issues and improve performance Leadership & Team Development Supervise, coach, and develop production associates to promote engagement, accountability, and teamwork Support onboarding, training, and performance management of production staff Assist with staffing, scheduling, and coverage planning Safety & Compliance Enforce all safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA and NOVO standards Maintain a strong safety-first culture and proactively address hazards and unsafe behaviors Quality & Performance Monitor quality standards to ensure products meet NOVO and customer requirements Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities Track and communicate key production and safety metrics Support standard work, audits, and compliance initiatives Qualifications Required High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred Minimum 5 years of experience in a production supervision or industrial/manufacturing environment Demonstrated knowledge of production processes, equipment, and safety protocols Proven experience leading hourly teams and supporting employee development Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills Ability to lead in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment Preferred Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or similar Continuous Improvement certification Experience leading 5S initiatives and Kaizen events in a high-volume environment Prior experience in a healthcare-adjacent or highly regulated manufacturing environment is a plus Experience using ERP or WMS software to track production data and labor Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills Key Competencies Proven ability to lead hourly production teams and drive accountability Strong problem-solving and organizational skills Ability to lead in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment Working knowledge of production processes, equipment, and safety protocols Comfortable giving and receiving feedback and supporting employee development Physical & Work Environment Requirements Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, and pull for extended periods Ability to lift up to 35 lbs Ability to work in a noisy, industrial environment Willingness to work 1st shift hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed What we can offer you as a full-time associate:Competitive payPaid HolidaysPaid Time Off Program (PTO)401(k) w/Employer MatchFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Medical, Dental, and Vision ProgramsBasic Life/AD&D InsuranceLong-Term Disability (LTD) Why work for Novo Health Services? NOVO Health Services strives to be the employer of choice in the hospital sterile and hygienically clean linen industry. To do that, we provide a safe, positive work environment where our associates experience tremendous growth and related opportunities for advancement.