What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Proman Staffing?
Knowledge/Skills:
– Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.
– Effective communication skills for workforce coordination.
– Proficient in Microsoft Office, ERP/MRP systems, and production software.
– Knowledge of lean manufacturing tools (5S/6S, Kaizen, takt time, flow optimization, waste reduction).
– Ability to interpret production metrics and implement corrective actions.
– Understanding of ISO 9001, quality inspection checkpoints, and nonconformance handling.
– Strong ability to enforce safety rules, lead safety talks, and maintain compliant work environments.
Qualifications – Education/Experience:
– High School Diploma required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
– 3–5 years of experience in production leadership (Lead or Supervisor level) in a manufacturing environment.
– Proven experience executing production schedules and improving operational efficiency.
– Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
– Desirable Experience (Optional but Preferred):
o Oversight of employee training matrices and skill certification programs.
o Familiarity with ATEX/IECEx requirements, Ex product training, competencies related to certified product manufacturing.
Duties/Responsibilities: (Position Specific)
- Leadership & Team Management
o Supervise production employees, assign tasks, manage daily staffing, and communicate performance expectations.
o Conduct daily production meetings and ensure communication of KPIs, priorities, and changes.
o Conduct coaching, training, and performance discussions as required.
o Support cross-training to maintain flexibility and reduce line disruptions.
- Production Execution
o Ensure the execution of production schedules to meet on-time delivery commitments.
o Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and coordinate recovery plans.
o Ensure accurate completion of production Work Orders / Travelers, checklists, and documentation.
o Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to solve production issues quickly.
- Quality & Process Compliance
o Maintain and promote alignment with the company’s Quality Policy.
o Enforce adherence to work instructions, product specifications, inspection criteria, and quality standards.
o Support root-cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
o Ensure proper handling of nonconforming materials with timely QMS documentation.
o Maintain process discipline on all certified product lines (ATEX, IECEx, UL/FM, as applicable).
- Safety & 6S
o Enforce plant safety rules and ensure consistent use of PPE and safe operating practices.
o Lead shift safety discussions and assist with incident investigations.
o Conduct daily 6S audits and promote a culture of organization, discipline, and waste reduction.
- Continuous Improvement
o Identify improvement opportunities in productivity, workflow, ergonomics, and equipment utilization.
o Support kaizen events and line-layout improvements.
o Participate in Engineering process audits and support new product introduction readiness.
- Administrative Tasks
o Maintain accurate labor reporting, production output data, downtime logs, and shift KPIs.
o Ensure employee training matrices are current and aligned with job requirements.
o Support inventory integrity by ensuring proper material recording, scrap reporting, and WIP handling.
o Provide shift reports and performance summaries to the Operations Manager.
o Monitor employee’s attendance and ensure strict adherence to the company’s attendance policies
Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s):
- Productivity
o Daily Output Achievement (% vs. target)
o Labor Efficiency (Actual vs. Standard hours)
- Quality
o First Pass Yield (FPY%)
o Scrap & Rework Rate (%)
- Safety
o Recordable and Near-Miss Reporting (per month)
o Safety Audit Completion and Corrective Action Closure (%)
- 6S Culture
o 6S Audit Score (weekly)
o Open 6S actions closed on time (%)
- On-Time Delivery
o Schedule Adherence (%)
o WIP Flow Time vs. Standard
Salary : $28 - $35