Production Supervisor # 26-16487

Production Supervisor

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading small work teams in a fast-paced, high-volume, unionized manufacturing environment. The supervisor ensures daily performance targets for safety, quality, cost, and delivery are met while fostering a high-performance, safety-focused culture. This role requires strong coordination with cross-functional teams and consistent application of work rules. Candidates must be open to any shift, including weekends, to meet overtime and production needs.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise 3040 hourly employees in a unionized environment.
Maintain staffing levels, including managing call-offs and reassignments.
Drive continuous improvement using Lean, SIS, WCM, or similar methodologies. Coach, lead, and develop team members to improve performance.
Collaborate with plant pillars and cross-functional teams. Enforce consistent work rules and support a positive labor-management relationship. Identify and resolve production issues promptly and effectively.
Must-Have Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Proven experience supervising or managing people
Nice-to-Have Skills
Manufacturing experience (highly preferred) in a Manufacturing workforce.
Prior experience leading a crew or production team. Experience working in a union environment. Background with Lean, WCM, Kaizen, SIS, or other CI methodologies
Additional Notes
Union experience is not required; however, emotional control, professionalism, and strong communication are essential.
Any Lean-related continuous improvement experience is acceptable; SIS training will be provided.
Only candidates meeting all must-have requirements will be submitted.
Comments for Suppliers: Must have Supervisory Experience. Preferred experience in a Manufacturing workforce. Must be available for all shift and weekend work.