Production Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead production staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management.
• Ensure production processes run efficiently and meet daily output targets.
• Monitor and enforce quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process.
• Promote and enforce all safety policies and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to support production flow and resolve issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with purchasing to ensure material availability.
• Address production issues proactively to minimize downtime.
• Analyze production losses and implement corrective actions on an ongoing basis (hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly).
• Provide clear daily direction and performance expectations to team members.
• Spend the majority of time (approximately 85%) on the production floor supporting employees and operations.
• Complete administrative responsibilities (approximately 15% of time), including time approvals, performance evaluations, and action plan updates.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production workflows.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, but not required.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop employees.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a wood manufacturing environment, including exposure to elevated noise levels, sawdust, and machinery.