Production Supervisor

Role Summary

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations within an assigned production area or shift, ensuring that production goals are met efficiently and safely. This role supervises a team responsible for operating machinery, assembling products, performing quality control, and packaging goods for shipment. The Production Supervisor guarantees adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards while fostering a positive, productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team ensuring they meet production goals, including machinery operation, product assembly, quality checks, and packaging.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to new and current employees to improve skills and performance.
• Monitor output and performance across assigned production areas, tracking targets for quantity, quality, and efficiency.
• Coordinate workflows across shifts and departments to maintain consistency and meet deadlines.
• Proactively identify equipment issues and escalate to maintenance/engineering teams to prevent downtime.
• Oversee inventory levels, ensuring materials are available without causing delays or overstock.
• Collaborate with production planning to align staffing and materials with operational needs.
• Ensure product quality by overseeing checks and working with quality assurance teams.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality policies, promoting a clean and efficient environment.
• Enforce 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) for an organized workspace.
• Drive continuous improvement by adopting best practices in production processes.
• Complete documentation (shift reports, inventory logs, safety audits) on time and accurately.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.