Metal Paint Dept Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Polaris Inc.•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

The Metal Paint Department Production Supervisor provides day-to-day leadership and supervision for manufacturing operations, ensuring production, quality, safety, and schedule objectives are achieved. The supervisor coordinates team activities, allocates resources, and supports employees in meeting operational goals while maintaining compliance with company policies and standards. The role partners with maintenance, engineering, and other production leaders to support efficient operations and continuous improvement, and uses data, reporting, and inventory insights to inform decisions and operational performance.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of industry experience.
Demonstrated leadership, influence, and communication skills in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives within a team-based setting.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple operational priorities effectively.
Ability to prepare and maintain production reports, records, and operational documentation.
Experience supporting production, inventory, safety, quality, and productivity objectives.
High level of integrity and ability to apply policies and procedures consistently.
Must be eligible for rehire if a former employee; current employees must be in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another technical engineering discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and support production team members in achieving safety, quality, productivity, and operational objectives.
Plan, organize, and direct daily production activities and assignments to meet production schedules and delivery requirements.
Communicate and coordinate with production teams, supervisors, and cross-functional departments to support efficient operations.
Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, productivity, and employee health and safety standards.
Monitor workplace organization and housekeeping standards, and address safety concerns in a timely manner.
Identify, lead, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
Prepare, maintain, and review production reports, records, and performance metrics, taking corrective action when needed.
Coordinate maintenance and engineering support to minimize operational disruptions.
Analyze inventory levels and support material planning to maintain production continuity.
Manage departmental spending, support budget adherence, and purchase necessary production equipment and materials.
Enforce company policies and procedures, and address employee performance or conduct issues as appropriate.