Production Supervisor (Grand Rapids)

In 1989, Wikoff’s first continual improvement department was established, adopting a Total Quality Management approach. Over the years, the department has matured and expanded its vision to include not only oversight of the quality management system, but also training programs and employee safety while adopting other improvement methodologies such as lean and six sigma.

Position Overview

At Wikoff Color Corporation, we’re proud to be employee-owned, which means every team member has a stake in our success. We believe in building a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and invested in the future.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production activities within a manufacturing site or branch location. This role ensures that production schedules are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. The Production Supervisor provides frontline leadership to production staff, drives accountability, and supports continuous improvement initiatives aligned with operational goals. This position plays a critical role in maintaining workflow discipline, team performance, and adherence to standardized manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations to ensure output, quality, and safety targets are met
• Coordinate staffing, workflow, and shift activities to support production schedules
• Monitor production KPIs and address performance gaps in real time
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental procedures
• Train, coach, and evaluate production personnel to maintain performance standards
• Support inventory accuracy, material usage reporting, and waste reduction efforts
• Communicate production status and issues to Site Leaders or Plant Leadership
• Other duties assigned by management
  
  

Key Deliverables

• Achievement of daily and weekly production targets
• Safe operations with full adherence to PPE and safety protocols
• Reduced scrap, rework, and downtime through active supervision
• Accurate production reporting and shift documentation
• Improved team performance and workforce engagement
  
  

Reporting Structure

• Reports To: Site Leader/Production Manager
• Direct Reports: Production Operators
  
  

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Technical or vocational training in manufacturing (preferred)
  
  

Required Experience

• 5–7 years of manufacturing experience, with prior supervisory responsibility preferred
• Strong understanding of production processes, safety standards, and quality procedures
• Experience leading shift teams in a process-driven environment
• Ability to manage workflow, resolve issues quickly, and maintain team accountability
• Effective communication and leadership skills
  
  

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing environment
  
  

Effort/Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
  
  

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Must work in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, Company Rules, Plant Rules, policies and procedures.
• Must use or wear equipment, protective devices, or certain clothing as required by the company.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Career development and training opportunities
• Clean, safe, and team-oriented work environment
  
  

This position contributes to a quality product by ensuring overall compliance to defined Product Specifications, the Quality Management System, and the Quality Policy. Additionally, this position promotes a safe work environment by complying with the defined Safety rules, and regulations at all times.

This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.