Production Supervisor (EPD II)
About The Position
The Production Supervisor oversees daily manufacturing operations on the production floor, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity. The role collaborates cross-functionally to meet customer delivery and quality requirements. This is a full-time contract position, with the possibility of conversion to a permanent role after a minimum of six months. The position is based in Sunnyvale and is classified as non-exempt. Available shifts are day, swing, and graveyard. Pay is $31–$33 per hour for the day shift, plus a 10% shift differential for swing and a 15% shift differential for graveyard.
Requirements
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Familiarity with ESD practices and quality systems such as ISO 9001.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Shop Floor Control (SFC).
- Ability to analyze production data and drive performance improvements.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
- A minimum of one year of prior team lead or supervisory experience.
- Three to five years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline; equivalent experience is considered.
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate day-to-day production activities on assigned manufacturing lines.
- Ensure production targets, KPIs, and delivery schedules are met in alignment with customer requirements.
- Monitor and drive improvements in yield, throughput, downtime, and labor efficiency.
- Lead, coach, and develop assemblers, operators, and other line support staff.
- Enforce company policies, safety standards, ESD compliance, and quality procedures, including ISO 9001.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, PM, and Warehouse teams to resolve production issues and material shortages.
- Support new production introduction (NPI), line setup, and process changes as needed.
- Identify and escalate production risks, bottlenecks, and quality concerns in a timely manner.
- Conduct shift handovers and daily production meetings, and report on production performance.
- Ensure proper staffing, scheduling, and overtime management based on business needs.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean, 6S, and Kaizen, to optimize operations.
- Maintain accurate production records and use ERP/SFC systems for tracking and reporting.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Employer-provided basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
- Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options.
- 401(k) with employer contribution.
- Personal, vacation, and holiday paid time off for full-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
