Manufacturing Supervisor

IPG•Danville, VA

About The Position

The Manufacturing Supervisor oversees and coordinates production operations to meet manufacturing, quality, and safety objectives. The role organizes staffing, work hours, materials, and workflow; supports employee development; and handles production-related administrative duties. The position works rotating 12-hour shifts and reports to the Operations Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
At least 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to motivate, lead teams, and resolve conflicts.
Ability to supervise in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite and ERP software.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership experience in a role such as Team Lead or supervisor.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt.

Responsibilities

Plan, supervise, and direct daily production operations, anticipating and addressing material shortages, equipment malfunctions, and employee-related situations to minimize lost work hours and meet production and quality goals.
Coordinate skills, work hours, materials, and workflow to achieve production and quality objectives.
Communicate product flow and workforce needs with supervisors within and outside the department.
Coach, instruct, train, orient, and motivate employees to meet production and quality objectives safely and effectively.
Initiate and manage departmental teams to achieve goals.
Coach and develop hourly employees using the production departments’ hourly certification system.
Participate in selection and interviews for hourly employee positions; appraise performance and recommend promotions, transfers, and work assignments.
Initiate cost reductions, work simplifications, and continuous improvements to methods or equipment.
Lead departmental safety and housekeeping practices, monitor for hazards, and respond to emergencies as needed.
Educate employees on and enforce company rules, safety requirements, policies, procedures, production expectations, and quality expectations.
Assist Human Resources with disciplinary procedures when necessary.
Lead and participate in company-sponsored training, site projects, and safety programs.
Perform production-related administrative tasks, including approving payroll hours and completing reports and associated tasks.
Perform related tasks as requested by the supervisor.