Production Supervisor

About the role

The Production Supervisor leads daily production operations while developing a high-performing team focused on safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement. This role goes beyond supervising production— it requires a leader who can anticipate challenges, improve processes, and build engaged teams that consistently deliver results. The supervisor partners closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to meet customer expectations and drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead & Develop People

• Supervise and coach a team of 20+ production associates
• Establish clear expectations and accountability for safety, quality, and productivity
• Provide consistent feedback, recognition, and performance coaching
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training of new employees
• Foster a positive, respectful, and performance-driven team culture

• Drive Operational Execution

• Execute daily production plans to meet customer and operational targets
• Plan and organize work priorities, staffing, and workflow
• Maintain a safe working environment aligned with OSHA and internal safety standards
• Enforce company policies fairly and consistently
• Submit timely incident documentation and corrective actions
• Promote a safety-first culture across the production floor

• Improve Processes

• Investigate operational deviations using root-cause analysis
• Implement corrective and preventative actions
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing efforts
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and team effectiveness

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent professional experience
• 0–5 years of professional work experience
• Demonstrated leadership potential through academics, internships, projects, athletics, military service, or early career roles
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with both frontline employees and leadership
• High level of ownership, initiative, and learning agility

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field
• Internship or work experience in manufacturing, logistics, operations, or analytical roles
• Exposure to lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or process optimization
• Experience leading projects, teams, or initiatives (formal supervision not required)