The Production Supervisor coordinates shop-floor workflows, schedules worker shifts, enforces safety protocols, and troubleshoots operational bottlenecks. The goal is to optimize output while minimizing waste, downtime, and safety incidents.
Core Responsibilities Manage Workflow:
Assign tasks, schedule shifts, and distribute daily production targets to floor staff.
Ensure Safety:
Enforce OSHA regulations, verify PPE usage, and conduct safety training.
Monitor Quality:
Perform product inspections, enforce quality metrics, and address defects immediately.
Lead Teams:
Onboard, train, coach, and handle disciplinary actions for assembly workers.
Maintain Equipment:
Partner with maintenance teams to handle machine breakdowns and schedule preventative repairs.
Track Inventory:
Monitor raw material levels to avoid manufacturing delays or shortages.
Analyze Performance:
Document daily output numbers, track KPIs, and submit shift summaries to management.
Optimize Processes:
Apply lean manufacturing methods like 5S or Six Sigma to reduce floor waste.
Key Requirements & Qualifications Experience:
3 to 7 years in manufacturing, with at least 1 to 3 years in a leadership role.
Education:
High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree in engineering or business preferred.
Technical Skills:
Familiarity with ERP software, inventory control, and manufacturing machinery.
Soft Skills:
Strong conflict resolution, clear communication, and ability to handle high-pressure deadlines.
Physical Stamina:
Ability to stand, walk the factory floor, and lift heavy parts during long shifts.