Production Supervisor

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. The Production Supervisor leads day-to-day shop floor operations in a heavy duty truck remanufacturing environment, driving Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost performance. This role supervises hourly employees across multiple work cells, develops a high-performing team in a fast-paced industrial setting, and ensures stable execution of production plans while driving continuous improvement. The position requires visible, hands‑on leadership, comfort making real-time decisions under pressure, and flexibility to adjust schedules to meet customer and production demands in a unionized environment. Who are you? Lead, coach, and develop employees to achieve daily production goals, maintain engagement, and ensure accountability Oversee daily production operations to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets Plan and allocate labor, equipment, and materials to support efficient workflow and throughput Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to ensure material availability, resolve issues, and maintain production flow Enforce safety standards, support compliance activities, and lead incident reporting and corrective actions Ensure adherence to work instructions, quality standards, and OEM remanufacturing specifications Drive continuous improvement through Lean practices, problem‑solving, and waste reduction Monitor performance, maintain accurate production records, and support operational reporting Support staffing, onboarding, training, and workforce flexibility through cross‑skilling Manage scheduling, overtime, and labor relations processes, including union coordination where applicable Key Success Factors Visible, consistent shop‑floor leadership and a safety‑first mindset Ability to stabilize performance under pressure and deliver production results reliably Strong quality discipline and follow‑through on corrective actions Clear, proactive communication and effective cross‑functional coordination Continuous improvement mindset with practical Lean execution Required Qualifications 3 to 5 years of supervisor experience in manufacturing Manufacturing or heavy industrial experience, including remanufacturing or similar operations Demonstrated frontline leadership experience supervising or leading hourly production employees Strong working knowledge of shop floor operations: safety, quality, production control, and labor management Ability to lead in a physically demanding, fast‑paced environment (noise, temperature variation, heavy equipment) Strong communication skills, accountability, and ability to conduct performance and conflict conversations Comfort with KPI‑based management and production reporting systems (shift metrics, standard work, basic ERP/MRP exposure) Flexibility to support rotating shifts, weekends, overtime, and schedule changes based on production needs Preferred Qualifications Experience with heavy duty truck or component remanufacturing (engines, transmissions, axles, drivetrain systems) Experience in a unionized environment and working under a Collective Bargaining Agreement Exposure to Lean manufacturing, structured problem solving, and CI methods (e.g., 5 Whys, A3, Fishbone, FMEA; Six Sigma/Lean) Familiarity with machining, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, painting, and assembly processes common to heavy‑duty components Post‑secondary education (Bachelor’s preferred) in Manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or a technical/vocational degree in diesel or mechanical technology Safety or operations certifications (as applicable): OSHA 10/30, lockout/tagout, forklift, hazard communication Full‑time presence on a heavy manufacturing/remanufacturing shop floor with exposure to noise, heat, grease/fluids, and moving equipment Frequent standing, walking, bending; ability to lift up to 50 lbs PPE required (e.g., safety glasses, steel‑toed boots, hearing protection, gloves) Hands‑on, blue‑collar environment where working alongside the team on the floor is expected Benefits Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance. Generous paid time off. Competitive matching retirement savings plans. Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first. Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University. Programs that make today’s challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr AB Volvo