Production Supervisor

American Flexible Produ•Chaska, MN

30d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands‑on, people‑focused Production Supervisor to lead our production and materials teams in a dynamic contract manufacturing environment. In this key leadership role, you will oversee daily operations, drive efficient use of labor and materials, and ensure 100% on‑time production and delivery. You’ll motivate and develop team members, troubleshoot issues, support continuous improvement, and foster a culture grounded in safety, communication, and accountability. This position is ideal for a mechanically inclined, highly organized leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, can pivot quickly when priorities change, and enjoys working collaboratively across departments to keep production running smoothly. If you’re a proactive problem‑solver who leads by example and is ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
5 years’ experience in production supervision or manufacturing management within a manufacturing company
Strong people skills as a team leader, coach, and team player
Highly organized – ability to have multiple projects and/or people working under their direction and being able to recognize when assistance is needed
Have a positive attitude when needing to regroup/change direction at a moment’s notice
Always maintain a professional demeanor
Ability to interact positively with anybody at any time and in any situation
Proven ability to be a great motivator
Great communication, math, computer, and people skills
Ability to apply their knowledge/experience but also be willing and open to learn.
Willing to put in extra hours whenever needed
Be a forward thinker
Mechanically inclined and production oriented.
Ability to read blueprints and work instructions and maintain accurate records. Attention to detail is a must
Team player who is self-motivated and can work with minimal supervision.
Good hand/eye coordination. Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Proficiency with a computer is a must. Microsoft office suite is required.
Must be able to communicate (read, write, and speak) fluently in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.

Nice To Haves

Epicor and Paperless Parts experience preferred or any ERP system experience.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise and oversee production and materials departments and team members within.
Execute daily production schedules and plans for operations to assure 100% on time production and distribution
Engage the team to meet Company goals and instill a team approach to meet those goals
Supervise the manufacturing and materials departments to ensure the efficient utilization of company material and labor resources. Evaluate and implement productivity improvements.
Take part in development and implementation of company policies and programs covering worker safety and security
Troubleshoot and correct problems
Communicate with other departments for resolution of mechanical problems, reporting of defective material, coordination of job preparations, changeovers and daily shift information
Comply with and hold others accountable to all safety rules
Be able perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed.
Other duties as assigned