Production Supervisor - Colorado Springs

Holman•Colorado Springs, CO

16h•$66,320 - $94,505•Onsite

About The Position

Holman Upfitting has a great opportunity for a Production Supervisor to join our team in Colorado Springs, CO! The Production Supervisor will provide day-to-day direction to the department employees, analyze equipment and make suggestions for improved equipment performance, critiquing failures, and developing solutions. Oversee production activities across multiple shifts and/or departments to ensure products meet quality, customer service, safety, innovation, and cost metrics. Control and utilize production capacity, manpower, equipment, and outside resources effectively to minimize losses and meet production schedules and policies. Review production schedules, evaluate work orders, and prioritize tasks, assigning them to appropriate personnel. Supervise daily activities required to process current jobs within established schedules, ensuring efficiency and productivity. Supervise, train, counsel, and motivate department employees to maintain a high level of performance and teamwork. Provide feedback to management regarding production activities, issues, and problems, facilitating effective decision-making. Generate production reports, efficiency reports, and other requested reports, distributing them to appropriate personnel. Review, correct, and submit records of hours worked for payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Possess knowledge of assembly processes to limit scrap materials, optimize resource utilization, and reduce waste. Understand the importance of quality in company success and work to increase product quality, particularly regarding appearance. Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, and disciplinary process for department employees, ensuring a qualified and motivated workforce. Demonstrate the ability to think independently and seek assistance when needed, fostering a culture of problem-solving and collaboration within the team. Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

3-5 years’ experience in automotive, truck-based industry, manufacturing environment, or a related area as an individual contributor
1-2 years’ experience in a supervisory role; demonstrating ability to lead, manage teams effectively, and navigate managerial responsibilities
Understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly techniques, and quality control measures a plus
Breadth and depth of expertise in a technical or functional area; knowledge of work processes and tools is generally limited to own area of responsibility or department
Reviewing and improving processes, methods, and tools to increase efficiency and accuracy
High School diploma or equivalent; a degree in Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent work experience preferred
Proficient in various desktop tools including MS Office Programs (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, SharePoint etc.)
Proficient in automotive, truck-based or manufacturing environment or related area with proven experience leading teams and improving processes, methods, and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly techniques, and quality control measures is a plus
Degree in Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Additional education, certifications, or other distinctions are a plus.
Proficient in various desktop tools including MS Office Programs (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, SharePoint).
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Valid driver’s license.
Forklift/Pallet Jack experience a plus

Nice To Haves

Understanding of manufacturing processes, assembly techniques, and quality control measures a plus
Degree in Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Additional education, certifications, or other distinctions are a plus.
Forklift/Pallet Jack experience a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee production activities across multiple shifts and/or departments to ensure products meet quality, customer service, safety, innovation, and cost metrics.
Control and utilize production capacity, manpower, equipment, and outside resources effectively to minimize losses and meet production schedules and policies.
Review production schedules, evaluate work orders, and prioritize tasks, assigning them to appropriate personnel.
Supervise daily activities required to process current jobs within established schedules, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
Supervise, train, counsel, and motivate department employees to maintain a high level of performance and teamwork.
Provide feedback to management regarding production activities, issues, and problems, facilitating effective decision-making.
Generate production reports, efficiency reports, and other requested reports, distributing them to appropriate personnel.
Review, correct, and submit records of hours worked for payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Possess knowledge of assembly processes to limit scrap materials, optimize resource utilization, and reduce waste.
Understand the importance of quality in company success and work to increase product quality, particularly regarding appearance.
Assist in the recruitment, interviewing, and disciplinary process for department employees, ensuring a qualified and motivated workforce.
Demonstrate the ability to think independently and seek assistance when needed, fostering a culture of problem-solving and collaboration within the team.
Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned.