Production Supervisor

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations within our facility. This role is pivotal in ensuring that production processes run smoothly, safely, and efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards. As a Production Supervisor, you will oversee daily production activities, manage teams on the production floor, and implement process improvements to optimize productivity. Your leadership will inspire a safety-conscious environment and foster continuous improvement initiatives to meet operational goals.

Duties

• Resolves ergonomic and safety compliance issues in production and takes all appropriate countermeasures to protect personnel & property.
• Verifies conformance of finished work-piece to specifications and provides documentation thereof.
• Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes employees to ensure compliance with standards.
• Reviews production orders or schedules to ascertain product date such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates in order to plan department operations.
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Oversees the flow of production and reports production progress daily.
• Closes all completed and some partial work orders.
• Assures accuracy of labor data in payroll system.
• Examines documents such as blueprints, drawings, change orders and specifications to verify completeness and accuracy of data.
• Responsible for identifying and implementing continuous improvement projects to improve safety, quality, delivery and cost of his/her assigned manufacturing operations.

a) Procedures analysis and work simplification techniques;

b) Engineering change requests;

c) Manufacturing costs, variances and margins.

• Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Resolves employee’s concerns or submits unsettled concerns to HR or Plant Mgr for action.
• Maintains professionalism consistent with company’s policies.
• Performs all work in a safety conscious manner. Be aware of dangers and take all appropriate counter measures to protect yourself and others around you.
• Responsible to maintain a clean and safe work area consistent with the Company’s housekeeping policies.

Experience

• Proven experience in factory or manufacturing facility environments with a strong understanding of manufacturing operations
• Prior experience managing production or assembly teams within a fast-paced setting
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical assembly, using hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and interpreting technical drawings
• Familiarity with manufacturing management systems and production document interpretation
• Demonstrated ability to perform manual handling tasks safely, including heavy lifting when required
• Knowledge of safety standards in production environments and experience implementing process improvements using lean manufacturing techniques
• Strong mechanical knowledge combined with technical proficiency in operating forklifts and other factory equipment

Join us as a Production Supervisor to lead with energy, drive continuous improvement, and ensure our manufacturing processes deliver excellence every day!

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Prescription drug insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status)? Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Experience:

• Supervisory: 5 years (Required)

Location:

• Hampton, IA 50441 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000