Lead Production Supervisor

Neapco•Belleville, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Neapco is seeking a results-driven Lead Production Supervisor for its Driveline facility in Belleville, Michigan. The role reports to the Plant Production Manager and is responsible for coordinating production activities to meet customer requirements and production targets, supervising production staff, and maintaining safety and quality standards. The supervisor will also monitor performance, address production issues, and support continuous improvement efforts. Neapco expects the successful candidate to align with its Core Values of Partnership, Passion, Agility, Teamwork, Integrity, and Diversity, as well as its Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility goals. Compensation depends on qualifications.

Requirements

Generally, 1–5 years of manufacturing supervision or lead experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word, and ERP software.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, such as machining and assembly, and lean manufacturing principles.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, business management, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Organize daily, weekly, and monthly schedules to meet customer requirements and production targets.
Supervise, train, mentor, and assign tasks to production staff, including handling absenteeism and performance management.
Enforce safety regulations, conduct training, and ensure compliance with company policies and ISO standards.
Monitor production processes to ensure finished products meet quality specifications and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives, such as 5S and Kaizen, to reduce waste.
Track and report key performance indicators related to efficiency, cost, and output.