Production Supervisor (3rd shift, South Plant)

Wabash•Lafayette, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor plans and coordinates manufacturing activities to meet production schedules safely. The role supervises hourly coordinators and production employees, evaluating and coaching employees to improve performance. The supervisor also supports Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale, and Environment (SQDCME) scorecard initiatives in their area. The position oversees manufacturing processes and employees on the assigned shift, develops and executes production plans, and manages staffing and priorities to achieve departmental and plant goals. It also involves training and developing employees, maintaining safe work practices and instructions, supporting continuous improvement, and coordinating onboarding and cross-training.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, or Technology.
2–3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to identify OSHA compliance issues and control hazards.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop direct reports.
Experience implementing lean manufacturing, 5S, and other continuous-improvement concepts.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Kronos, ADP, SAP, and other business software or systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise manufacturing processes and employees in the assigned department and shift to meet schedule-attainment goals.
Develop and execute production plans to achieve departmental and plant goals across SQDCME metrics.
Schedule and assign personnel, set priorities, and complete the daily production plan.
Manage labor according to work requirements and communicate clear job expectations.
Develop, direct, and manage production employees, including training them to use equipment and tools properly.
Coach and counsel employees while coordinating and enforcing process controls, company policies, programs, and procedures.
Promote a clean and safe work environment throughout the facility.
Foster cooperation within and between departments.
Update and maintain Safe Work Instructions (SWIs) and complete required audits.
Lead, promote, and support continuous-improvement activities, including the ECO System.
Coordinate and support training and onboarding for new employees.
Develop cross-training plans for hourly coordinators and employees and maintain skills matrices.
Perform other duties as assigned.