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Production Supervisor
Job Description
Role Summary We are looking for a proactive Production Supervisor to manage our day-to-day manufacturing activities. You will be responsible for guiding the team toward our targets for productivity, delivery, quality, and safety. Your role involves managing production staff, organizing workflows, and collaborating with the Quality and Maintenance departments to optimize performance and address operational challenges. Primary Duties Provide leadership and mentorship to production staff while setting clear performance standards and accountability. Coordinate daily tasks and manage personnel allocation to ensure production timelines are met despite shifting priorities. Track output metrics, mitigate production delays, and provide detailed updates during shift transitions. Help foster a secure and orderly workplace by strictly upholding all safety protocols. Verify that all manufactured goods adhere to quality benchmarks and that staff strictly follow operational guidelines. Collaborate with Quality and Maintenance teams to identify and resolve equipment or process malfunctions. Drive initiatives for operational excellence to minimize waste, boost efficiency, and enhance overall output. Instruct team members on proper machine usage, safety protocols, and standardized work procedures. Oversee staff attendance, provide constructive performance evaluations, and manage disciplinary actions per company guidelines. Keep precise documentation regarding labor hours, scrap rates, downtime, and production totals. Requirements Prior experience in a manufacturing leadership or supervisory role. Excellent abilities in problem-solving, communication, and fostering employee growth. Capacity to handle multiple urgent tasks simultaneously within a dynamic production environment. Solid understanding of standard manufacturing quality, safety, and operational workflows. Familiarity with 5S, Lean manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus. Competence in using computer systems for production reporting and Microsoft Office applications. Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; an associate or bachelor degree is considered an asset. Defining Success The ideal candidate will excel at fostering a culture of accountability, resolving operational obstacles quickly, and driving consistent gains in safety, production efficiency, and product quality. Core Competencies People Management and Leadership Continuous Improvement Methodologies Technical Troubleshooting Mentorship and Coaching