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Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

MDAEdge · Detroit, MI · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise, lead, and motivate a team of hourly associates to achieve daily production goals while ensuring a safe working environment.
  • Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable through regular feedback, coaching, and performance management.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, identifying and resolving mechanical, process, or system failures to minimize downtime.
  • Promote and sustain lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, maintenance, materials, quality, and engineering to drive process improvements.
  • Develop team members to be self-sufficient and take ownership of their roles.
  • Monitor productivity, cycle times, and quality metrics to meet production targets.
  • Cover planning, scheduling, setup, and execution of production activities.
  • Oversee material dispersal and distribution to ensure optimal flow and availability for production.
  • Ensure equipment is properly maintained and process control systems are followed.

Key Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience as a Production Supervisor in a high-demand, fast-paced environment. Proven experience managing production teams of up to 50 associates. Hands-on experience in production planning, material management, and quality control. Exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices. Experience working with or around CNC machinery is a plus. High-performance team leadership experience preferred.

Skills

  • Strong leadership and motivational skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • High level of initiative, assertiveness, and accountability.
  • Ability to analyze both short-term and long-term objectives to make sound operational decisions.
  • Adaptability to dynamic environments and change.

Bilingual

  • Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus but not required.

Shift Details

  • 1st Shift: Monday through Saturday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
  • Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.

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