Production Supervisor 5

Our client, a Automotive Manufacturing company, is looking for a Production Supervisor 5 for their Lansing, MI location.

Responsibilities:

• The main function of a production supervisor is to supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers.
• Recommend measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.
• Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems.
• Develop and implement production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, and maintenance to detect production problems.
• Hire, train, evaluate, and discharge staff, and resolve personal grievances.
• Prepare and maintain production reports and personnel records.

Requirements:

• Verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models
• The role offers immediate hands-on leadership experience in a client manufacturing environment and responsibility for running a production team of approximately 30-45 employees.
• Strong performers may be considered for future opportunities in the Lansing region, including Lansing Grand River and Lansing Delta.
• The manager described the assignment as an opportunity for the individual to demonstrate the ability to lead the line and potentially become a preferred candidate for permanent opportunities
• High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in business or a related field preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years required. Leadership and people-management experience are the priority; manufacturing experience is strongly preferred but may be considered a bonus for a strong leader.
• Candidate profile: Proven experience managing a team, quick learning ability, and the ability to understand vehicle assembly and production operations.
• Technology:
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel. Candidate should be able to navigate spreadsheets and create simple charts and tables.
• Google Workspace experience is also preferred; expert-level proficiency is not required.
• Top 3 must-have hard skills
• Leadership and people management
• Team-Building Skills
• Results-Driven Execution

Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities