Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

MANN+HUMMEL•Portage, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The 1st Shift Production Supervisor is a hands-on manufacturing leader responsible for daily operations in a designated production area. The role oversees staffing and attendance, assigns and directs work, and ensures production output meets schedules and customer shipment needs while maintaining quality throughout the manufacturing process. The supervisor coordinates machine setups and changeovers, manages production records, and ensures compliance with safety, sustainability, and relevant quality and environmental standards, including ISO and TS. Experience in plastic injection molding, component assembly, and visual manufacturing systems is especially valuable.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
Ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, pressured environment.
Ability to follow department procedures.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet production demands.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to influence others using practical judgment.

Nice To Haves

Additional coursework, certifications, or training in business, engineering, or a related field.
Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
3–5 years of leadership experience in a supervisory role in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience in plastic injection molding and/or component assembly.
Visual manufacturing experience, including KanBan, Takt Time, and Visual Work Instructions.
Experience in the automotive and/or aerospace industries.

Responsibilities

Manage and control day-to-day activities for an assigned shift within a production zone.
Plan, review, and approve daily attendance records; assign and direct work.
Ensure production activities follow the production plan and deadlines.
Develop plans to produce parts in accordance with customer schedules and shipment needs.
Ensure adherence to company quality procedures and customer requirements throughout the production process.
Collaborate with the Production Manager to ensure quality standards are met.
Ensure products receive quality approval from inspectors and implement corrective actions as needed.
Implement, coordinate, and control cleanliness and order in the production area.
Ensure machines and equipment are properly used and maintained.
Manage product maintenance process controls to prevent equipment loss and damage.
Ensure changeovers and machine setups are completed in a timely and efficient manner.