Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor – Metal Stamping & Assembly

Location: Mesa, AZ- (No relocation assistance)

Must be eligible to work in the USA with no current or future sponsorship

Full-Time | Direct Hire

A well-established manufacturing company in the East Valley is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations within a metal stamping and assembly environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys developing employees, improving production performance, and maintaining a safe, efficient, and quality-driven operation.

The ideal candidate has previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with exposure to metal stamping, fabrication, and assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet schedules, customer requirements, and operational goals.
• Lead, coach, and develop production employees, including team leaders and machine operators.
• Monitor production output, workflow, staffing, and equipment utilization to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Work closely with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Warehouse teams to resolve production issues.
• Monitor key performance metrics, including productivity, scrap, downtime, labor efficiency, and throughput.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
• Address employee performance issues, provide coaching, and maintain accountability.
• Support safety initiatives, OSHA compliance, and established operating procedures.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities and help minimize equipment downtime.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 2 years of direct supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience with metal stamping and assembly operations strongly preferred.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and workflow management.
• Experience managing production employees and holding teams accountable for performance.
• Knowledge of quality standards, workplace safety, and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing software preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

The Ideal Candidate

• A hands-on leader who enjoys spending time on the production floor.
• Strong ability to motivate employees while maintaining accountability.
• Results-oriented with a focus on productivity, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Comfortable making decisions and addressing operational challenges.
• Able to identify process improvements and drive positive change.
• Professional, approachable, and committed to developing a strong production team.