What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at IFab Corporation?
Position Overview:
The Production Supervisor will oversee daily manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are met in terms of quality, efficiency, safety, and delivery. This role will manage production teams, coordinate resources, and implement process improvements aligned with IFAB Corp’s standards and lean manufacturing principles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise, lead, and develop production staff to achieve production goals while promoting teamwork and accountability.
- Plan, schedule, and monitor daily production activities to meet customer requirements, delivery timelines, and quality standards.
- Implement and maintain standardized work instructions, manufacturing procedures, and operational guidelines.
- Monitor production metrics (output, scrap, downtime) and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, promote a safe work environment, and conduct regular safety audits.
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance to address non-conformances, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Drive 5S, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Coordinate with Maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and timely preventive maintenance.
- Maintain inventory levels of raw materials, supplies, and tools required for production.
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and facilitate training for production team members.
- Prepare and submit production reports, incident reports, and attendance records to management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (preferred).
- Minimum of 3–5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Strong knowledge of production planning, lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.
- Good understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and safety compliance standards.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop team members.
- Strong problem-solving skills with experience in root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
