Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift - Tarboro, NC

About the role

Air Systems Components (ASC), a business segment of Air Distribution Technologies, Inc., is seeking a Production Supervisor for our Tarboro, NC manufacturing facility. ASC manufactures high-quality air distribution products used in commercial and industrial applications. This facility operates as a Tier 2 production plant (101-500 employees) currently undergoing a turnaround, focused on improving operational performance, strengthening frontline leadership, and upskilling talent across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise hourly production employees (20–40 associates) across multiple lines or work cells
• Own daily shift execution, including staffing alignment, schedule attainment, and shift readiness
• Drive performance using KPIs such as output, scrap, First Pass Yield, downtime, attendance, and takt adherence
• Serve as a change agent in a turnaround environment, reinforcing standard work, accountability, and urgency
• Execute real-time problem solving, including root cause analysis and corrective actions for production, quality, or equipment issues
• Coach, train, and actively upskill team members, building capability and developing future leads
• Promote and enforce a safety-first culture, including safety talks, audits, and immediate response to issues
• Ensure accurate ERP/MRP transactions, including labor reporting, production confirmations, and inventory movements
• Partner cross-functionally with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, Inventory, and Shipping to support OTIF performance
• Support Lean initiatives such as 5S, waste reduction, and flow improvements
• Conduct effective shift communication and handoffs to ensure continuity across operations

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
• 3–7 years of manufacturing experience, including 1–2 years in a lead or supervisory role
• Experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment (fabrication, assembly, or industrial production)
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a performance-driven or turnaround environment
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and standard work
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and shop floor transactions
• Preferred Lean or Six Sigma certification (Yellow Belt or higher)
• Experience leading mid-sized teams (20–40 employees) in a Tier 2 facility
• Familiarity with OEE metrics, MES systems, or real-time production dashboards
• Proven success improving safety, quality, and productivity metrics