Manufacturing Production Supervisor

About the role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and drive operational excellence. This individual will bring strong leadership, a commitment to safety and quality, and the ability to manage performance in a fast-paced production environment. The ideal candidate thrives on coaching teams, solving problems, and continuously improving processes to meet both customer and organizational expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise production teams to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency targets
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor workflow to align staffing and resources with production schedules
• Ensure strict adherence to safety policies, EHS standards, quality requirements, and regulatory compliance
• Drive communication and accountability through tier meetings, shift start-up meetings, and performance reviews
• Coach, develop, and support team members through training, feedback, and performance management
• Address attendance, behavioral, and performance concerns in alignment with company policies
• Address attendance, behavioral, and performance concerns in alignment with company policies
• Troubleshoot production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective/preventive actions
• Monitor KPIs, analyze trends, and lead continuous improvement initiatives (safety, quality, delivery, efficiency)
• Promote and sustain 5S, waste reduction, and process standardization efforts
• Ensure proper equipment use, maintenance coordination, and timely escalation of issues
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Warehouse teams
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant manufacturing environment
• Document production activities, complete shift reports, and ensure accurate system transactions
• Support hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning efforts as needed
• Perform additional duties to support business operations as required

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in manufacturing, production, or operations leadership
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and quality systems
• Excellent leadership and team development capabilities
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Effective communication skills across all organizational levels
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production/reporting systems
• Knowledge of Lean principles, including 5S and continuous improvement
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions, production documents, and safety procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 3–5 years of manufacturing experience
• Experience supervising in multi-shift environments
• Led in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience with ERP or MES systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDE, Plex)
• Familiarity with root cause analysis tools (5 Why, Fishbone, FMEA)
• Experience leading safety, quality, or productivity improvement initiatives
• Background in high-volume or high-precision manufacturing environments
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Competencies

• Communication
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Dependability
• Attention to Detail
• Technical Competence
• Safety Mindset & 5S Discipline

What we are offering

• Opportunities for career growth
• Competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance-related bonus plan)
• Benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match)
• Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development