Metal Paint Dept Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

Polaris•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

The Production Supervisor provides day-to-day leadership and supervision for manufacturing operations, ensuring production, quality, safety, and schedule-attainment objectives are met. The role coordinates team activities, allocates resources, and supports employees in meeting operational goals while maintaining compliance with company policies and standards. It partners with maintenance, engineering, and other production leaders to promote efficient operations and continuous improvement, and uses data, reports, and inventory insights to support decisions and operational performance.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of industry experience.
Demonstrated leadership, influence, and communication skills in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives within a team-based setting.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple operational priorities effectively.
Ability to prepare and maintain production reports, records, and operational documentation.
Experience supporting production, inventory, safety, quality, and productivity objectives.
High level of integrity and ability to apply policies and procedures consistently.
Must be eligible for rehire if a former employee; current employees must be in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another technical engineering discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and support production team members in achieving safety, quality, productivity, and operational objectives.
Plan, organize, and direct daily production activities and work assignments to meet production schedules and delivery requirements.
Communicate and coordinate with production teams, supervisors, and cross-functional departments to ensure efficient operations.
Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, productivity, and employee health and safety standards.
Monitor workplace organization and housekeeping standards and address safety concerns in a timely manner.
Identify, lead, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
Prepare, maintain, and review production reports, records, and performance metrics, taking corrective action when needed.
Coordinate maintenance and engineering support activities to minimize operational disruptions.
Analyze inventory levels and support material planning activities to maintain production continuity.
Manage departmental spending, support budget adherence, and purchase necessary production equipment and materials.
Enforce company policies and procedures and address employee performance or conduct issues as appropriate.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan.
Company contributions to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases.
Generous matching contribution to 401(k).
Financial wellness education and consultation.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Wellness programs.
Paid time off.
Gym and personal training reimbursement.
Life insurance and disability offerings.
Paid volunteer time off through Polaris Gives.