Job Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

Location: Middlefield, CT, US, 06455 Business Unit: Zygo

At Zygo, your skills and insights will be integral to our core values of curiosity, collaboration, and persistence. For over 50 years, Zygo Corporation in Middlefield, CT, has been a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced optical metrology systems, ultra-precise optical components, and complex electro-optical systems and assemblies. Join our team, where your expertise will drive innovative solutions, address complex technical challenges, and uphold the highest standards of precision and safety.

We are seeking Production Supervisor to support our instruments value stream in our Middlefield, CT location. As a Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading a team of highly skilled associates in the manufacturing of ultra-precision components. You will oversee daily production operations to ensure safety, people, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met. This role leads and supports a production team, coordinates workflow, monitors performance, and drives continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities to achieve scheduled output, quality, and efficiency targets
• Allocate labor and resources to ensure smooth workflow and minimal downtime
• Monitor production metrics (e.g., productivity, scrap, downtime) and take corrective action as needed
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.)
• Lead, coach, and motivate production team members to achieve performance goals
• Conduct shift startups, daily huddles, and safety/quality briefings
• Train new employees and support cross-training among team members
• Provide performance feedback and participate in evaluations and disciplinary actions as required
• Enforce safety policies and always ensure a safe working environment
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, work instructions, and operating procedures
• Investigate and resolve safety incidents, quality issues, and process deviations
• Support audits and regulatory compliance activities (e.g., OSHA, ISO, GMP, as applicable)
• Escalate issues related to staffing, materials, equipment, or quality in a timely manner
• Support changeovers, line startups, and shutdowns as required
• Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and KPI tracking
• Communicate production status, issues, and improvement opportunities to leadership
• Participate in operational and cross-functional meetings as required

Required Skills and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate's degree or technical certification preferred (Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field)
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment; prior supervisory or team-lead experience strongly preferred
• Strong people leadership and communication skills
• Working knowledge of production processes, equipment, and safety standards
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, work instructions, and KPIs
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer skills (ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office, production reporting tools)
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds with or without accommodation
• Accountability and integrity
• Team leadership and collaboration
• Continuous improvement mindset, working knowledge of lean manufacturing or Six SIGMA principles
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities

Bring your passion and commitment to Zygo (can change to Zygo Navitar), where we are curious, collaborative, persistent, and confident, where safety and quality guide every step of our journey. Grow with us as we solve complex challenges, inspire confidence, and drive excellence in manufacturing. Are you ready to expand the boundaries of possibility, simplify the complex, and embody the values that define our success? We welcome your unique perspective and invite you to join us!