Production Supervisor

Vervic•Decatur, AL

About The Position

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations of the powder coat paint line, industrial liquid paint booth, assembly, and packaging departments. This role coordinates production workflow and staffing, supervises and develops production employees, and ensures production goals, customer deadlines, quality standards, cost objectives, and safety requirements are met. The supervisor also works to improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and maintain a productive, safety-focused work environment. The position includes monitoring painting and production processes, addressing quality issues, coordinating equipment maintenance, supporting Lean Manufacturing and 5S practices, and maintaining production records. The supervisor communicates operational updates and challenges to the Operations Manager and uses Microsoft Office and production management systems to track performance. The role requires at least three years of manufacturing supervisory experience in an industrial paint environment and knowledge of powder coating and wet paint systems. This is a first-shift position, scheduled from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Pay is $30.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. The work takes place in an active manufacturing environment and involves standing for extended periods, walking, bending, reaching, and handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

At least 3 years of manufacturing supervisory experience in an industrial paint environment.
Strong working knowledge of powder coating and industrial wet paint systems.
Proven experience supervising production employees in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of industrial painting processes, equipment, and quality requirements.
Ability to manage production schedules, staffing, and workflow.
Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
Problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities.
Ability to identify and resolve production inefficiencies and quality issues.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and 5S practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and production instructions.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while meeting deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, management, and other departments.
Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 10 hours per shift, and walk, bend, stoop, reach, push, and pull as required.
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work safely around industrial machinery, painting equipment, and production operations.
Good hand-eye coordination and visual acuity, including depth perception and the ability to distinguish product quality concerns.

Nice To Haves

Experience supervising both powder coat and industrial liquid paint operations.
Previous experience overseeing assembly and packout departments.
Knowledge of industrial paint equipment, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Experience implementing process improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste.
Strong understanding of manufacturing quality control and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations of the powder coat paint line, industrial liquid paint booth, assembly, and packaging departments.
Coordinate production schedules and workflow to meet customer deadlines and production requirements.
Monitor production activities to maximize productivity, efficiency, and quality.
Maintain appropriate staffing levels and assign employees according to production priorities.
Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve workflow.
Analyze production data to identify operational improvement opportunities.
Ensure production goals, quality standards, and cost objectives are achieved.
Supervise, direct, and evaluate production employees across assigned departments.
Provide leadership, coaching, training, and ongoing development to team members.
Monitor employee performance, attendance, productivity, and adherence to company policies.
Address employee concerns, resolve conflicts, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Participate in employee selection, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, and termination decisions.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive, safety-focused work environment.
Ensure painting, assembly, and packaging processes meet quality standards; monitor paint applications and finished products for consistency.
Identify and resolve quality concerns to minimize defects, rework, and material waste.
Coordinate with maintenance personnel to keep equipment maintained and operational; monitor performance and take steps to reduce downtime.
Evaluate equipment and tooling needs to improve production capabilities and efficiency.
Ensure compliance with manufacturing specifications and procedures.
Enforce company safety policies, procedures, and workplace regulations; maintain clean, organized, and safe production areas.
Support and implement Lean Manufacturing principles, including 5S workplace organization.
Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and overall operational performance.
Ensure employees are trained on equipment operation and safe work practices.
Review, correct, and approve daily labor reports, including work orders and employee hours.
Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation.
Communicate production progress, staffing concerns, equipment issues, and operational challenges to the Operations Manager.
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, production routers, and work instructions.
Use Microsoft Office applications and production management systems to track and report operational performance.
Perform additional duties as assigned.