Custom Production Supervisor

Fabuwood Cabinetry Corp•Newark, NJ

About The Position

The Custom (Production) Shop Supervisor oversees daily production across edge banding machines, the dowel machine, the skin application area, and sorting operations. The role ensures smooth workflow, consistent quality, and production efficiency. It is a hands-on leadership position requiring mechanical and technical aptitude, knowledge of production equipment, and the ability to lead and support employees. The supervisor works closely with the Department Manager, machine operators, and the machine technician/maintenance team to keep production running effectively. Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Occasional flexibility to support production beyond regular shift hours is needed.

Requirements

Strong mechanical and technical aptitude, with the ability to understand, learn, and troubleshoot industrial machinery.
Willingness and ability to complete hands-on training on the department's edge banding and doweling equipment.
Fluent in English and Spanish, with strong verbal communication skills to instruct, train, and supervise employees in both languages.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to recognize mechanical or production issues and take appropriate action.
Good communication and organizational skills, with the ability to coordinate employees and production priorities.
Ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Flexibility to occasionally work beyond regular day-shift hours, when available, to assist with production demands or support the night shift.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in manufacturing, woodworking, cabinetry, or a similar production environment.
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience, with the ability to guide employees, maintain accountability, and resolve day-to-day issues.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily operations across two edge banding machines, the dowel machine, and the skin application area to meet production goals.
Oversee sorting activities and ensure materials and components are accurately separated and directed to the appropriate production areas.
Lead, train, and support day-shift employees by providing clear assignments and maintaining accountability and consistent performance.
Develop a working knowledge of department machinery, including machine functions, settings, adjustments, and common operating issues.
Identify and troubleshoot basic machine problems, involving the machine technician or maintenance team when additional technical support is needed.
Monitor production flow, address delays, and coordinate priorities to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency.
Ensure products meet quality standards, identifying defects and correcting issues before they affect downstream operations.
Enforce safety procedures, proper machine operation, and a clean, organized work environment.
Communicate production updates, equipment concerns, and staffing needs to the Department Manager.
Coordinate occasional overtime support for day-shift production needs or night-shift issues when necessary.