Production Supervisor

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor maintains an orderly and efficient shift, with an emphasis on production, housekeeping, and reporting. This person leads a team of production associates, makes sure daily goals are met, and keeps the work area safe, clean, and organized.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who communicates clearly, solves problems quickly, and holds the team to consistent standards. They are comfortable adjusting to changing priorities and working flexible hours to keep production on track.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision of production associates

• Assign daily tasks and workstations to production associates based on workload and priorities.
• Monitor productivity and quality, and give associates timely feedback and coaching.
• Train new associates on procedures, equipment, and quality standards.
• Track attendance and support performance reviews.

Enforcement of company policies and procedures

• Make sure associates follow company policies, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements.
• Address policy violations promptly and consistently, and document issues as needed.
• Recommend updates to procedures that improve efficiency or quality.

Safe work environment and housekeeping

• Maintain a safe work environment and enforce safety rules.
• Uphold high housekeeping standards so work areas stay clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Report and follow up on safety incidents, near misses, and equipment problems.

Reporting

• Prepare daily and weekly reports on production output, quality, and staffing.
• Communicate production status, issues, and delays to the Program Manager.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed and hours worked.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in a production, operations, or similar environment.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of Lean principles and continuous improvement methods
• Experience in document processing, records management, or a similar production setting.
• Experience training and developing new team members.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work is performed on-site in a production environment.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Schedule may include early mornings, evenings, or additional hours based on production needs.
• Must be able to obtain a secret security clearance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person