Production Supervisor 5#26-43251

$36.15-$40.15 per hour

Lansing, MI

Onsite

Job Description

Our client, a Automotive Manufacturing company, is looking for a Production Supervisor 5 for their Lansing, MI location.

Responsibilities:

The main function of a production supervisor is to supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers.

Recommend measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.

Review operations and confer with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems.

Develop and implement production tracking and quality control systems, analyzing production, quality control, and maintenance to detect production problems.

Hire, train, evaluate, and discharge staff, and resolve personal grievances.

Prepare and maintain production reports and personnel records.

Requirements:

Verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and manage one's time.

Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.

Knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and models

The role offers immediate hands-on leadership experience in a client manufacturing environment and responsibility for running a production team of approximately 30-45 employees.

Strong performers may be considered for future opportunities in the Lansing region, including Lansing Grand River and Lansing Delta.

The manager described the assignment as an opportunity for the individual to demonstrate the ability to lead the line and potentially become a preferred candidate for permanent opportunities

High school diploma or GED required. Associate degree in business or a related field preferred.

Experience:

10+ years required. Leadership and people-management experience are the priority; manufacturing experience is strongly preferred but may be considered a bonus for a strong leader.

Candidate profile: Proven experience managing a team, quick learning ability, and the ability to understand vehicle assembly and production operations.

Technology:

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel. Candidate should be able to navigate spreadsheets and create simple charts and tables.

Google Workspace experience is also preferred; expert-level proficiency is not required.

Top 3 must-have hard skills

Leadership and people management

Team-Building Skills

Results-Driven Execution