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Production Supervisor

Sterling Technologies Inc.
  • Wixom, MI
  • Full-time
6 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance

Job Summary: 
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Production Supervisor to lead our manufacturing operations in a Lean-driven environment. This role oversees the production of electrical wire harnesses, control panels, and PCBs, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Lean Manufacturing principles, team leadership, and technical knowledge of electrical assembly processes. 

Key Responsibilities: 
  • Supervise daily production activities across wire harness, control panel, and PCB assembly lines.
  • Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing practices (5S, Kaizen, Visual Displays, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, etc.).
  • Monitor production KPIs (output, quality, downtime, scrap) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Manage inventory levels and ensure that materials and supplies are available for production as needed.
  • Develop and maintain the production schedule, ensuring that deadlines are met and adjusting as necessary to meet changing demands.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality procedures, and customer specifications.
  • Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to resolve production issues and optimize workflow. Support new product introductions and process validations.
  • Train and mentor production staff on standard work, safety, and Lean tools.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations for production staff, provide constructive feedback and identify areas for growth and development.
  • Maintain accurate records of production output, labor, and material usage.
  • Lead daily Gemba walks and participate in cross-functional improvement projects.
  • Resolve personal issues by analyzing, investigating & identifying issues and recommending actions to the Director of Operations and Human Resources.
  • Assist in the recruitment, hiring and training of new production staff members as needed

Qualifications:
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred but not required.
  • 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in electrical assembly.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and PCB layouts.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills:
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean Certification.
  • Experience with automated assembly equipment and testing tools.
  • Hands-on experience with ESD-safe practices and soldering techniques.
Working Conditions:
  • Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to machinery, tools, and electrical components.
  • Standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs. may be required.
  • Use of PPE and adherence to safety protocols is mandatory.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary and benefits 
  • Career development and training opportunities 
  • A culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement 
  • A clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment 

Numbers & Facts

LocationWixom, MI
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Assembly Lineunmatched
  • Automated Assembly Equipmentunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Electrical Componentsunmatched
  • Electrical Wiringunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Health Insuranceunmatched
  • Human Resourcesunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
  • Inventory Levelsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Kanbanunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
  • Lean Six Sigmaunmatched
  • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
  • Machine Toolunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Managementunmatched
  • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • People Managementunmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Performance Metricsunmatched
  • Performance Reviewsunmatched
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB)unmatched
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Layoutunmatched
  • Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA)unmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Product Supportunmatched
  • Product/Service Launchunmatched
  • Production Controlunmatched
  • Production Managementunmatched
  • Production Scheduleunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Safety Complianceunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Schematicsunmatched
  • Six Sigma Green Beltunmatched
  • Solderingunmatched
  • Staff Trainingunmatched
  • Supply Chainunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Test Toolsunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Value Stream Mappingunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Wire Harnessunmatched

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