Production Supervisor - Swing Shift

About Fulcrum Technologies, Inc.

Fulcrum Technologies, Inc. is a world-class leader in the design and manufacture of custom machine bases for vibration-sensitive production tools used in semiconductor fabrication. We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations and drive performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising shop-floor activities, developing employees, enforcing safety and quality standards, and achieving production targets using data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement practices.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay, based on experience
• 100% employer-paid family health insurance (base plan)
• 50% employer-paid dental coverage (employee)
• 100% employer-paid vision coverage (employee)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) + Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A values-driven culture rooted in: Safety, Quality, Integrity, Customer Focus, Teamwork, and Respect

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations to meet established Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives.
• Direct and prioritize shop-floor activities, allocate labor and resources effectively, and coordinate with Leads to meet production schedules and customer commitments.
• Monitor and adjust production schedules using ERP/MRP systems to ensure accurate labor tracking, material availability, and on-time delivery.
• Track, analyze, and report key production KPIs, including but not limited to:
• • Safety incidents and near-misses
  • Quality metrics (scrap, rework, first-pass yield)
  • Delivery performance (schedule adherence, on-time completion)
  • Labor efficiency and overtime utilization
• Lead, train, and develop production employees through coaching, performance evaluations, and structured skills development plans. Promote cross-training to improve workforce flexibility.
• Address performance issues, non-conformance, and corrective actions promptly. Partner with Leads to drive accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Exercise supervisory authority in personnel actions, including hiring recommendations, disciplinary actions, and terminations, in accordance with company policies and applicable labor laws.
• Collaborate closely with Quality Control to investigate quality issues using root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone) and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Enforce company safety policies and procedures at all times. Conduct routine safety audits, document hazards and unsafe behaviors, and lead corrective actions to maintain a safe work environment.
• Support and participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, standard work, waste reduction, visual management, and continuous improvement (Kaizen) activities.
• Monitor labor and material usage, control overtime, identify cost-saving opportunities, and provide input to management on resource planning and operational improvements.
• Audit employee timecards daily and ensure accurate labor reporting within the ERP system and compliance with attendance and break policies.
• Communicate proactively with team members, scheduling, quality, engineering, and management to ensure alignment and timely resolution of production issues.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated leadership in workplace safety and experience enforcing safety programs.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems for production scheduling, labor tracking, and reporting.
• Experience tracking and managing production KPIs and using data to drive improvements.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and sound ju