Production Supervisor

Optimal Inc.
  • Bedford, IN
  • Contractor
  • Instant Apply
10 days ago

Job Description

Job Description:This is a strong opportunity for a candidate who enjoys being on the manufacturing floor, leading people, solving problems, and responding to new challenges every day. The environment is fast-paced and constantly changing, rather than a repetitive desk-based position.Job Responsibilities:Responsible for supervising and coordinating approximately 20-25 production employees, supported by two team leaders/. Oversees staffing, safety, production, quality, equipment performance, and continuous improvement.Responsibilities include assigning work, monitoring production and downtime, resolving operational and employee issues, maintaining records, and coaching team members. Requires strong communication, problem-solving, time-management, and basic computer skills, with knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment preferred.Candidates will gain hands-on leadership experience overseeing approximately 20-25 employees in a union manufacturing environment, while being responsible for safety, production, equipment coordination, employee matters, and continuous improvement.Education/Experience:High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree in business or related field preferred.5 years' experience required. - Relevant backgrounds include:Industry/manufacturingIndustrialBusinessDemonstrated leadershipIdeal candidate Profile:Very fast paced environment; must be highly motivated. Comfortable being on the production floor.Managerial courage in a union environmentStrategic visionShift Info:D1, N2, N3 / All three shifts7-day operation with flexibility required across shifts. Day shift is unlikely. Schedules may include traditional 8-hour shifts with weekend overtime or 12-hour alternate schedules. Supervisors report 30 minutes early.Use of AI Technology:Unless expressly authorized in the interview/skill set validation instructions, candidates may not use AI tools or other third-party assistance during an interview or assessment to generate or provide substantive answers to interview questions. Candidates should answer organically in their own words, drawing on their own knowledge, skills, and experience. Failure to adhere to these expectations may result in the candidate being removed from consideration.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBedford, IN
Job TypeContractor

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
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  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Computer Skillsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Interviewing Skillsunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
  • Performance Managementunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Production Controlunmatched
  • Production Managementunmatched
  • Production Supportunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Workplace Issuesunmatched

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