Production Supervisor

About LION

LION is a trusted industry leader providing protective gear, uniforms, and training solutions for firefighters, emergency responders, and military personnel. Our products are used by many of the largest fire departments in the country, and we remain committed to innovation, safety, and long‑term investment as a family‑owned company. We take pride in producing high‑quality protective equipment that helps keep responders ready for action before, during, and after an emergency.

 

About the Role

We’re looking for a dynamic, hands‑on Production Supervisor who thrives in the heart of the action. This role is on the floor, not behind a desk, guiding teams, driving workflow, solving problems in real time, and ensuring production goals are met with excellence. You’ll be the go‑to resource for production employees, a champion for safety and quality, and a key partner in continuous improvement initiatives.

This position is ideal for a leader who enjoys being deeply involved in operations, collaborating with others, and making a direct impact on daily production performance.

 

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for all production and area goals within department.
• Ensure a continuous workflow and meet required delivery dates.
• Interpret specifications and job orders to workers and assign duties.
• Delegate work to employees, track progress, and provide constructive feedback.
• Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety rules.
• Develop, review, and modify work instructions and other controlled documents.
• Coordinate employee training and cross-training.
• Schedule and assign personnel to accomplish work results and efficiently meet production goals by establishing priorities, monitoring progress, revising schedules, and resolving problems.
• Ensure quality of all garments produced.
• Analyze and resolve quality issues in an effective and timely manner.
• Ensure employees adhere to company policies and legal regulations.
• Serve as a link between subordinates and upper management.
• Collaborate with LION Corporate and other facilities to meet company objectives.
• Motivate team members by initiating and creating strategies to achieve work goals and improve efficiency.
• Coach, counsel, and collaborate with team members regarding their performance.
• Exemplify LION Core Beliefs.

 

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain time and production records.
• Know area procedures, processes, and assembly processes in your area.
• Other duties as needed.

 

Education & Experience Qualifications:

• Experience in a supervisory, managerial, or leadership role preferred.
• Experience in a Manufacturing environment preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Management or related field preferred.

 

 Physical Requirements:

• Standing, sitting, walking, bending as needed.
• Hearing and vision required to be within normal ranges with or without correction.
• Using proper lifting technique may be required to lift objects up to 30 lbs.
• Required to operate traditional office equipment including computers, copiers, fax machines and telephones.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends, if needed.

 

Mental Requirements:

• Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Oracle preferred).
• Displays ambitious, positive attitude.
• Interpersonal skills to build relationships with associates at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, work proactively and independently in a fast-changing environment. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.