Supervisor, Production

Husqvarna Group•Columbia, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Husqvarna Construction is hiring a Production Supervisor in Columbia, South Carolina. The role is responsible for administrative, directive, and technical coordination of work orders, materials, production personnel, processes, and equipment needed for manufacturing, with a focus on efficient and cost-effective production. The supervisor leads the shift with a proactive, visible, hands-on presence on the production floor, coaching employees, supporting safe work practices, and resolving production issues. This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Responsibilities are divided among supervision (70%), quality control (20%), and machinery (10%). The supervisor leads employees to meet safety, quality, and production expectations; coordinates staffing, materials, and work; supports quality and process improvements; and assists with equipment installation, operation, and layout improvements. The position requires an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent technical training and experience concentrated in manufacturing, processes, or tooling, and 3–5 years of manufacturing supervisory experience. Previous Lean Manufacturing experience is preferred. The working environment includes a manufacturing floor and a normal office environment, with exposure to powder metal segments and dust, sharp machined components, and grease. The role involves extended standing and walking, frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and stair climbing, wearing required PPE, occasional lifting up to 40 pounds, and heavy computer use.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent technical training and experience concentrated in manufacturing, processes, or tooling.
3–5 years of experience as a supervisor in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to supervise, lead, and coach employees and processes while working cross-functionally.
Approachable, hands-on leadership style, including daily employee interaction, direct coaching, and active production-floor support.
Ability to adapt to internal processes, changes, delays, and unexpected events.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Initiative, self-reliance, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-solving ability and capacity to support long-term strategies.
Ability to analyze production metrics and KPI dashboards and use data to guide operational decisions.
Working knowledge of diamond tool performance behavior and design elements.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Working knowledge of machining and assembly practices.
Working knowledge of tooling and fixturing practices.
Working knowledge of CNC machine operation.
Working knowledge of HCP business dynamics.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods on the production floor.
Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, and climb stairs.
Ability to wear required PPE and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with Lean Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Lead and motivate employees throughout the shift to meet safety, quality, and production expectations.
Maintain an active production-floor presence to coach work methods, identify barriers, and provide timely support.
Analyze and recommend production staffing to meet process and budgetary constraints.
Provide technical direction and training to production personnel.
Ensure manufacturing processes comply with OSHA safety and health regulations and environmental policies.
Participate in incident investigations, determine root causes, implement corrective actions, and follow up on safety concerns.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives involving safety, quality, productivity, waste reduction, and cost savings.
Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving methods to improve operational performance.
Promote improved safety performance through employee engagement and hazard identification.
Organize production work orders, materials, and hourly personnel.
Manage department hot sheets and communicate schedule updates with the Production Control and Planning Team.
Conduct hourly employee performance appraisals and provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.
Process products hands-on as needed to cover absences or alternate assignments, within required training and safe operating procedures.
Review and approve weekly timecards.
Requisition indirect materials and production supplies for areas of responsibility.
Administer and enforce company policies.
Evaluate manufacturing process inspection techniques and standards in consultation with Quality Control.
Troubleshoot workflow, material movement, process, and equipment anomalies and develop corrective actions.
Direct new equipment installation, commissioning, and operator training.
Evaluate and recommend equipment and workspace layout improvements for efficiency.
Maintain familiarity with manufacturing equipment operation and provide technical assistance as needed.