Job Description
Job Description
The Production Supervisor will lead and develop associates and team leaders in a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment. This role requires a leader who thinks strategically and prioritizes Safety, Quality, and Delivery (SQD) while driving continuous improvement and fostering cross-functional collaboration. The Production Supervisor should be highly organized, customer-focused, and capable of identifying and addressing issues through data-driven root cause analysis.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Directly supervise up to 50 employees in a production department.
Ensure compliance with standard operating procedure (SOP).
Coach, mentor, and develop associates and team leaders to achieve operational excellence.
Adjust resources to meet production demands.
Follow weekly schedules to achieve daily requirements.
Ensure compliance with required paperwork such as control sheets, weekly schedules, 5M changes etc.
Responsible for ensuring a safe environment and promoting a culture of safety among team members.
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Conduct monthly performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
Identify and nurture future leadership within the team.
Translate strategic goals into tactical plans and measurable actions on the production floor.
Align team objectives with broader organizational goals to meet customer and business expectations.
Monitor KPIs and initiate actions to close performance gaps.
Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to ensure stable and efficient operations.
Actively participate in problem-solving teams and root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone, etc.).
Escalate issues appropriately while maintaining a sense of urgency and ownership.
Manage daily operations with a clear focus on Safety, Quality, and Delivery.
Support lean manufacturing principles and drive waste reduction initiatives.
Participate in driving corrective actions based on customer complaints, audits, and performance trends.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; Tier 1 automotive experience highly preferred.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Proven ability to think strategically and execute tactically under pressure.
Experience with lean tools and problem-solving methodologies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.