Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor 

Qualifications

 

 

 

Job Description

Production Supervisor

 

                The production Supervisor will oversee and manage daily production operations within our facility, ensuring the efficient and safe manufacturing of high-quality products. This role involves leading a team of associates and operators, leveraging a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The supervisor will be instrumental in driving operational efficiency, upholding safety standards, and achieving production targets, all while fostering a positive and productive work environment. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor will play a vital role in supporting and enhancing the overall success of the production team.

 

Status: Salary Exempt

Position Type: Full-time

Hours: 40-45 hrs

Schedule: M-F

 

Reports to: Plant Manager

Key Roles

• Work to standard: Perform work to standards for safety, quality, and time while identifying abnormalities.
• Organize work area: Maintain and improve the organization and cleanliness of work area.
• Solve problems: Support the team in solving problems for customers and improving processes.
• Basic Machine PMs: Regular care and preventative maintenance of machines.
• Provide value to internal and external customers.
• Create and pursue a self-development plan.
• Reporting and Data Management.:
• Cross Department Collaboration.

Key Competencies

• Team-focused, committed to improving, and motivated to collaborate with others.
• Good communication skills; written, phone, and in-person.
• Proven, positive results in leading/managing others.
• Able to initiate and maintain processes for organization and time management. 
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
• Proficient with computers, email, and business software.
• Willingness to learn and follow directions.
• Team Player: committed to improving, learning, and collaborating with others.
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across departments.
• Active prioritization of company mission, values, and culture.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support company values and mission through respect, continuous improvement, and safety
• Responsible for Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Morale through coaching their team leads and associates.
• Build processes that improve efficiency and quality.
• Track metrics for production and quality
• Monitor safety practices
• Implement SOPs and coach team members in the discipline of following procedures.
• Oversee Daily Production by monitoring workload and metrics for daily production goals.
• Develop teamwork, leadership, and accountability through checklists.
• Develop teams that are engaged and looking for opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Respond to on-floor needs and solve problems by looking for the root cause.
• Apply Lean Thinking to teamwork and processes (waste, flow, level work, etc.)
• Manage personnel including company policies, and counseling as needed, etc.
• Communicate regularly with the Plant Manager concerning production goals and issues.
• Collaborate with other departments to support company growth.
• Create and implement SOPs for each phase of the department’s process.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential f