About The Position

Klein Tools is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Supervisor to lead production operations and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role focuses on safety, quality, on-time delivery, equipment effectiveness, productivity, and continuous improvement. The supervisor works with Operations, Lean Business Systems, and Supply Chain Management to coordinate production, track performance, establish process indicators and initiatives, monitor output, and maintain manufacturing supplies and services. The role also includes training employees, coaching and developing staff, troubleshooting minor equipment issues, participating in lean manufacturing activities, and making employment recommendations. The supervisor may assist with the annual departmental budget and must ensure departmental safety methods are followed.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED and three years of relevant work experience.
  • Working knowledge of Lean tools, including 6S and Kaizen.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA, DEQ, and EPA regulations, and quality systems such as ISO, QS, and TS standards.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills.
  • Ability to read and comprehend English in work-related documents.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to interact effectively with and establish rapport with all levels of management and staff employees.
  • Willingness to become First Responder certified and wear required PPE.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's degree and one year of experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate production operations to support on-time delivery, maximize equipment effectiveness, streamline workflow, and improve productivity and efficiency.
  • Record work group performance data.
  • Conduct training on equipment setup and operation, manufacturing processes, plant regulations, safety rules and hazards, and other job-related procedures and standards.
  • Motivate employees and provide coaching and development.
  • Troubleshoot minor equipment issues.
  • Work with Operations and the Lean Business Systems group to establish Key Process Indicators, lean initiatives, and project timelines, and monitor and update output reports.
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain Management to maintain required manufacturing supplies and services.
  • Complete purchase requisitions as necessary.
  • Make employment recommendations regarding hiring, promotion, transfers, training and development, discipline, termination, and pay adjustments.
  • Monitor performance by completing new-hire and annual performance evaluations.
  • May assist in developing the annual departmental fiscal budget.
  • Ensure proper safety methods are used in the department as specified by Loss Prevention.
  • Participate in lean manufacturing activities to improve products, reduce waste, or learn new skills or operations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Paid vacations and holidays.
  • Profit sharing and matching 401(k).
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Discounts on Klein Tools products.
  • Education and professional development assistance.
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