What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Confidential?
Overview
The Production Supervisor leads daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, and production targets are met. This role requires a hands-on leader who can develop a team and drive operational improvements in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily production to meet schedule, quality, and efficiency goals
- Manage staffing, workflow, and resources in a high-volume setting
- Track performance metrics and implement improvements
- Lead, coach, and develop production employees
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance
- Support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
- Partner with engineering, maintenance, and quality teams
- Ensure product quality and resolve production issues
Qualifications
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred
- 5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Experience working with ERP systems
- Knowledge of production operations, safety, and metrics
- Experience with Lean/continuous improvement tools preferred
Key Competencies
- Leadership and accountability
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Communication and teamwork
- Results-driven mindset
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs in an industrial environment
- Comfortable working around machinery, noise, and varying conditions
- Ability to wear required PPE