Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Details

Job Title

Production Supervisor

Job Code

MFGPS

Department

Various Departments

Location:

Multiple Locations

Reports To

Plant Manager or Operations Manager

FLSA Classification

Exempt

EEOC Classification

First/Mid – Level Officials and Managers

Salary Grade

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Yes No

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Production Supervisor is to coordinate the day-to-day activities of a team of production employees to ensure that manufacturing operations run according to established production standard operating procedures related to the assigned production line, specifications, volume and cost schedules, waste reduction targets, and quality standards. The Supervisor oversees the quantity and quality of output, making necessary adjustments to tasks, timing, equipment setup, or inputs to meet production standards and utilize resources effectively. Additionally, the Production Supervisor ensures that all production duties are carried out and that machines and equipment are operated safely by supervising the staff.

Essential Duties

• Ensures the achievement of all plant safety objectives and protocols.
• Maintains a clean plant floor and eliminates safety hazards.
• Reviews accidents and offers recommendations for prevention.
• Oversees the recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation of staff.
• Adheres to all plant-wide OSHA regulations and promptly reports any concerns.
• Cultivates a cohesive team environment to enhance collaborative goal achievement.
• Meets all predefined quality expectations and goals.
• Meets or exceeds anticipated labor cost projections.
• Monitors employee performance and conducts regular performance reviews, fostering positive performance and coaching employees in improvement areas when necessary.
• Administers disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Keeps track of employee attendance per company policy, reviews time off requests, and ensures timely approval of timecards.
• Assist on the production line as necessary to sustain production levels.
• Compiles production reports to facilitate the identification and resolution of performance issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Required

Qualifications, Skills, Abilities and Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 5 - 7 years of experience in a manufacturing production facility, preferably in injection molding, concrete, assembly, or chemical production
• 3 - 5 years of experience with complex machines and providing front line leadership to production staff
• Experience in all of areas of the production line, preferably in DiversiTech job levels
• Strong mechanical and mathematical aptitude
• Experience working in a fast paced and high-volume work environment
• Possesses a robust mechanical aptitude and prior experience in operating intricate and hazardous machinery
• Demonstrates a commitment to surpassing job expectations
• Computer literacy to include Microsoft Office Suite
• Proactive “self-starter” with a strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  
  
  

Preferred

Key Competencies

Inter-Relationships

Consistent interaction with hourly production employees and management. Provides direction, coaching, scheduling, and conflict resolution instructions to team. May interact with senior level management.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Work Environment

This position works in a manufacturing work setting. Frequently exposed to seasonal temperatures of excessive cold or heat. Work environment is often loud, dusty and/or dirty due to the materials required for production. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required for those working in chemical plant. May work day, midday, or night shifts and be on call during non-scheduled work hours for emergencies.

Physical Demands

Demand

Frequency

Hear

Frequent

See

Frequent

Repetitive Motions

Frequent

Talk

Frequent

Stand

Frequent

Bend

Frequent

Stoop

Frequent

Reach

Frequent

Type

Occasional

Walk

Occasional

Sit

Occasional

Physical Work

Percentage

Heavy – 25- 50lbs

50 - 75%

Travel Required

No