Production Supervisor-Blanket Department

Pendleton Woolen Mills Inc• Washougal, WA, US, WA

3d•$70,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for leading day-to-day production operations in a fast-paced, union manufacturing environment. This role ensures safety, quality, cost, and delivery expectations are consistently met while directly supervising employees and enforcing company policies and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Supervisors are accountable for maintaining consistent standards in employee management, documentation, discipline, and operational execution within their assigned area of responsibility.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Working knowledge of workplace safety practices and the ability to enforce established safety policies and procedures
Minimum of five years of production management experience, preferably overseeing multiple shifts in a unionized environment.
Experience with performance management, employee coaching, corrective action, and employee documentation
Strong written and verbal communication, leadership, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to lead a diverse workforce, address employee concerns, and resolve issues promptly and professionally
Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Outlook and Excel, and the ability to effectively use company timekeeping and other business systems
Experience monitoring and achieving performance KPIs
Requires use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hearing protection and safety footwear.
Requires continuous awareness of operations and the ability to respond promptly to safety, production, equipment, and employee issues.

Nice To Haves

knowledge of Lean or similar continuous improvement practices preferred
Familiarity with ISO 9001 or an equivalent Quality Management System (QMS) preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to ensure safe, efficient operations
Enforce safety standards and address unsafe conditions immediately
Assign work, set priorities, and adjust staffing to meet production goals
Monitor quality and ensure products meet specifications
Train and coach employees, verify understanding and application of job tasks and procedures, and provide feedback and corrective direction as needed
Apply company policies, work rules, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement consistently and fairly
Administer progressive discipline in line with established guidelines
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of performance, attendance, and incidents
Review and enforce timekeeping and attendance requirements
Identify and resolve operational, production, and equipment issues, coordinating with maintenance and other departments as needed to support production flow.
Lead shift (Tier 1) meetings and communicate expectations clearly
Support QMS requirements, audits, and continuous improvement efforts
Perform other duties as assigned