Production Supervisor

Crown Industrial Services • Ypsilanti Charter Township, MI

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily production operations within the Metals/Metal Finishing Department to ensure high-quality finished products, on-time delivery, productivity, and safe, compliant work practices. This role oversees shift operations, coordinates team members and resources, troubleshoots production and equipment issues, and works closely with Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and other departments to improve workflow and reduce downtime. The Production Supervisor will lead, train, and develop production employees while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and safety-focused work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in an industrial, production, manufacturing, or metal finishing environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, workflow management, scheduling, and daily productivity tracking.
• Proven ability to lead, train, motivate, and manage production employees effectively.
• Knowledge of workplace safety standards, OSHA requirements, environmental compliance, and safe work practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and plant or production management software.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications and use measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers.

Nice To Haves

• Technical, vocational, associate, or bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, manufacturing, or a similar discipline.
• Experience in metal finishing, industrial services, or a service-oriented production environment.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or process control methodologies.
• OSHA certification or additional safety-related training.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and direct production staff on shift to meet production plans, daily productivity goals, and on-time delivery targets.
• Monitor production processes, workflow, staffing, and resources; adjust schedules or priorities as needed to maintain efficiency and throughput.
• Troubleshoot process, quality, and equipment issues; partner with Maintenance to minimize downtime and support reliable operations.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve defects, perform or support inspections, and ensure finished products meet customer specifications and company quality standards.
• Enforce company safety policies, weather protocols, OSHA requirements, and environmental regulations, including participation in plant evacuation and shelter drills.
• Train operators on process parameters, safety protocols, inspection criteria, and standard work procedures; provide feedback and support employee development.
• Maintain accurate production records, inspection reports, shift summaries, performance metrics, and documentation of operational challenges.
• Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities that enhance quality, productivity, safety, and overall department performance.
• Serve as the stand-alone supervisor and lone key holder for the assigned shift, including securing the building at the end of the shift.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED