This job is posted on behalf of TalentSource by Top Echelon.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
We are seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to provide hands-on leadership within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual will lead production employees while driving performance across safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The ideal candidate is a strong floor leader who develops people, understands manufacturing metrics, and uses structured problem-solving and Lean principles to drive measurable improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Coach, develop, and hold production employees accountable for performance, attendance, quality, and safety.
Monitor and improve KPIs including productivity, efficiency, utilization, First Pass Yield, and scheduled attainment.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions using tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone, 8D, A3, and DMAIC.
Lead CAPA activities and ensure corrective actions are sustained.
Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives including 5S, waste reduction, FIFO, Kanban, and visual management.
Identify production bottlenecks and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and output.
Develop cross-training, capacity, and absentee coverage plans.
Lead accident investigations and corrective actions while maintaining a strong safety culture and understanding OSHA recordables and near misses.
Ensure employees follow Standard Work Instructions and established manufacturing processes.
Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Planning, and Operations to resolve production issues.
Use ERP systems and Excel to analyze manufacturing data and communicate performance results.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required.
5+ years of manufacturing supervisory experience.
Strong people-management experience, including coaching, performance management, conflict resolution, and corrective action.