Production Supervisor

Jabil•Prince George, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor will support the startup of Jabil’s new onsite factory in Prince George, Virginia, which will manufacture large, complex equipment. As part of the core factory startup and onboarding team, the supervisor will help build the operations and manufacturing staff, fit out the facility, and develop production processes and work instructions from the ground up. The products are described as shipping-container-sized and weighing more than 50 tons. Relevant production skills include panel and point-to-point wire assembly, medium voltage, low voltage, and high-power electronic assemblies. The role leads production teams and day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules are met, quality standards are maintained, and improvement efforts produce measurable results. The supervisor works with cross-functional partners to address production issues and support business objectives while promoting safety, accountability, teamwork, and customer focus. The position is onsite and works Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM. The stated pay range is $77,500–$139,500; the actual offer may depend on qualifications, experience, location, education, market data, and internal equity.

Requirements

At least 3 years of manufacturing leadership experience in a supervisor, team lead, or management role.
Experience leading production teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Experience managing direct labor, production schedules, and key operational metrics.
Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.
Ability to analyze production metrics and drive actions that improve performance.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence across multiple levels of the organization.
Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing leadership experience may be considered in place of the preferred bachelor's degree.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in large form-factor manufacturing.
Experience in electronics manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, heavy equipment, appliance manufacturing, or other large form-factor production environments.
Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Demand Flow Technology.
Experience supporting new product introductions, equipment installations, or production line expansions.
A proven track record of improving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
Supervise, coach, and develop production team members to maximize performance and engagement.
Monitor and manage production schedules, labor utilization, and operational metrics.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.
Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to resolve issues and support business objectives.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Support staffing, training, performance management, and succession planning activities.
Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and customer focus.
Lead by example and promote a safe, positive, and results-oriented work environment.
Support factory startup and onboarding, including building the operations and manufacturing staff, fitting out the building, and creating process flows and work instructions.