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Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Production Supervisor to lead our manufacturing operations during the first shift. In this role, you will oversee daily production activities, ensure safety standards are maintained, and drive continuous process improvements. Your leadership will motivate teams, optimize workflows, and uphold quality standards to meet production goals efficiently and safely. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive supervisor with factory experience and a passion for manufacturing excellence to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor daily production activities to ensure customer and shipping requirements are met by establishing production expectations, monitoring output, communicating with operators, and addressing productivity concerns.
• Participate in manpower planning and recommend staffing solutions to address production demands, absences, and fluctuations in workload.
• Understand, communicate, monitor, and drive achievement of key manufacturing performance indicators, including runtime attainment, quick setup, internal PPM, cost of quality, safety, quality, on-time PPAPs, delivery, and premium freight.
• Ensure production documentation, including barcode labels, verification sheets, and related records, is completed accurately and timely.
• Monitor and drive achievement of quality objectives, including PPAP, cost of quality, first-time quality, error-proofing, PPM, and adherence to control plans.
• Maintain responsibility for process conformance through routine line-side and layered process audits, identifying deficiencies and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
• Develop and implement action plans to improve departmental performance and achieve established metrics and operational goals.
• Lead structured problem-solving activities to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions. Initiate and participate in 8D and 5 Why activities based on internal or customer requirements.
• Promote a safe working environment by identifying and addressing potential hazards, promptly reporting safety concerns, enforcing required PPE, and ensuring employees follow established safety procedures.
• Lead and participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, including standardized work, KPI improvement, waste reduction, and productivity events.
• Encourage employee suggestions and lead implementation of practical improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and lower operating costs.
• Monitor production consumables and materials, including cardboard inserts, rest paper, and similar items, and establish efficient replenishment methods to prevent production interruptions.
• Participate in the development of departmental standards and ensure approved standards, procedures, and work instructions are effectively implemented and maintained.
• Lead departmental communication through daily stand-up meetings, shift-overlap communication, production meetings, and other appropriate channels.
• Prepare, revise, and approve daily employee schedules based on production requirements and available manpower.
• Participate in strategic and operational planning for the assigned area of responsibility.
• Complete and deliver annual performance evaluations for direct reports, recognizing strengths, identifying areas requiring improvement, and establishing appropriate development or performance-action plans.
• Maintain an understanding of employee strengths, development needs, and capabilities, and use that knowledge to effectively assign work, support employee development, and achieve team objectives.
• Provide employees with timely and consistent feedback regarding job performance, expectations, and goal achievement. Address performance or conduct concerns promptly and administer corrective action fairly and consistently in accordance with company policy.
• Partner with Human Resources in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, employee-relations matters, corrective action, and separation decisions as appropriate.
• Oversee departmental on-the-job training and work with Human Resources to ensure required training is completed, documented, and maintained.
• Identify and communicate technical, cross-training, and developmental opportunities that strengthen employee capabilities and departmental performance.
• Ensure workplace injuries, accidents, and incidents are reported promptly and that required documentation is completed accurately and submitted in accordance with company procedures.
• Review and address employee suggestions submitted through the Employee Suggestion Program and support implementation of approved ideas.
• Ensure documents, reports, materials, and information needed by coworkers and other departments are prepared, communicated, and returned accurately and within required timeframes. Qualifications
• Associate degree in a technical or business-related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Minimum of three years of experience supervising or leading cross-functional teams in a high-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment. Five years' experience, preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience managing inventory systems or inventory control programs. Five years' experience, preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification preferred; equivalent practical experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes and production operations.
• Proven ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced, multifunctional, and demanding manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success implementing organizational or process changes and sustaining measurable improvements. Attributes
• Maintains reliable attendance and works the hours, including overtime when required, necessary to meet job responsibilities and ensure timely, accurate completion of assigned work.
• Maintains an organized, efficient, and professional work area.
• Provides accurate, relevant, and timely information and feedback to coworkers and management.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with employees, peers, and management to support teamwork, coordination, and operational effectiveness.
• Consistently follows and supports company policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements, including applicable ISO and

IATF 16949

requirements.

• Accepts direction, assignments, and changing priorities professionally and positively while treating others with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, accountability, and a positive attitude, serving as a consistent role model for employees and other leaders.

Join us as a Production Supervisor on our first shift team where your expertise will drive operational excellence! We're committed to fostering a safe, innovative, and collaborative environment that values your skills in manufacturing management. If you're ready to lead with energy and precision while making a tangible difference every day—apply now!

Pay:

$60,000.00

• $80,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of experience do you have supervising or leading employees in a manufacturing environment? (Do not skip.)

• Less than 2 years
• 2•4 years•5+ years Do you have experience managing production performance in a high-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment, including areas such as safety, quality, productivity, staffing, and delivery?

(Do not skip.) Please briefly describe your experience leading corrective actions, continuous improvement, or problem-solving efforts such as 5 Why, 8D, Lean, or Six Sigma. (Do not skip.) Have you previously been employed by T&D Metal Products? If so, please provide dates, supervisor's name, and position. (Do not skip.)

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

Inventory control: 3 years (Preferred) Manufacturing supervisory: 3 years (Required)

Language:

English (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Watseka, IL 60970 (Required)

Work Location:

In person