Production Supervisor

Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.
• Effective communication skills for workforce coordination.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP/MRP systems, and production software.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools (5S/6S, Kaizen, takt time, flow optimization, waste reduction).
• Ability to interpret production metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Understanding of ISO 9001, quality inspection checkpoints, and nonconformance handling.
• Strong ability to enforce safety rules, lead safety talks, and maintain compliant work environments. Qualifications

• Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in production leadership (Lead or Supervisor level) in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience executing production schedules and improving operational efficiency.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Desirable Experience (Optional but Preferred): o Oversight of employee training matrices and skill certification programs.

o Familiarity with ATEX/IECEx requirements, Ex product training, competencies related to certified product manufacturing.

Duties/Responsibilities:

(Position Specific)

• Leadership & Team Management o Supervise production employees, assign tasks, manage daily staffing, and communicate performance expectations. o Conduct daily production meetings and ensure communication of KPIs, priorities, and changes. o Conduct coaching, training, and performance discussions as required. o Support cross-training to maintain flexibility and reduce line disruptions.
• Production Execution o Ensure the execution of production schedules to meet on-time delivery commitments. o Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and coordinate recovery plans. o Ensure accurate completion of production Work Orders / Travelers, checklists, and documentation. o Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to solve production issues quickly.
• Quality & Process Compliance o Maintain and promote alignment with the company's Quality Policy.

o Enforce adherence to work instructions, product specifications, inspection criteria, and quality standards. o Support root-cause analysis and corrective action implementation. o Ensure proper handling of nonconforming materials with timely QMS documentation. o Maintain process discipline on all certified product lines (ATEX, IECEx, UL/FM, as applicable).

• Safety & 6S o Enforce plant safety rules and ensure consistent use of PPE and safe operating practices. o Lead shift safety discussions and assist with incident investigations. o Conduct daily 6S audits and promote a culture of organization, discipline, and waste reduction.
• Continuous Improvement o Identify improvement opportunities in productivity, workflow, ergonomics, and equipment utilization. o Support kaizen events and line-layout improvements. o Participate in Engineering process audits and support new product introduction readiness.
• Administrative Tasks o Maintain accurate labor reporting, production output data, downtime logs, and shift KPIs.

o Ensure employee training matrices are current and aligned with job requirements. o Support inventory integrity by ensuring proper material recording, scrap reporting, and WIP handling. o Provide shift reports and performance summaries to the Operations Manager. o Monitor employee's attendance and ensure strict adherence to the company's attendance policies Key Performance Indicators (KPI's):

• Productivity o Daily Output Achievement (% vs. target) o Labor Efficiency (Actual vs. Standard hours)
• Quality o First Pass Yield (FPY%) o Scrap & Rework Rate (%)
• Safety o Recordable and Near-Miss Reporting (per month) o Safety Audit Completion and Corrective Action Closure (%)
• 6S Culture o 6S Audit Score (weekly) o Open 6S actions closed on time (%)
• On-Time Delivery o Schedule Adherence (%) o WIP Flow Time vs.

Standard Pay:

$28.00

• $35.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have experience with

ISO 9001?

This is required for this role

Experience:

Lean manufacturing: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

US Security Clearance (or able to obtain) (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person