Production Supervisor - PE

The Partner Companies•Milford, MA

11d•$82,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor leads and oversees assigned production operations to ensure productivity, quality, and safety standards are met. The role focuses on improving processes and team capabilities through training, cross-training, and leadership, while coordinating with cross-functional departments to meet customer and business objectives. The supervisor manages production during the assigned shift across Coat, Print, and Wet Floor processes, including Surface Preparation, Develop, Etch, Strip, and Rinse/Dry as applicable. The position is based primarily in a manufacturing environment and requires maintaining a strong presence on the production floor.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Fluency in English.
Strong leadership and team development skills.
Ability to manage production schedules, staffing, and workflow priorities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documents, and procedures.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Safety-first mindset and commitment to maintaining a strong safety culture.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills; accountability and integrity.
Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Sufficient mobility, coordination, and physical reflexes; ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform activities including pushing, pulling, bending, twisting, and lifting.
Applicants must meet applicable U.S. export-control eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of experience managing employees in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated success in a first-line supervisory or team leadership role.
Experience in etching, photochemical machining, and/or lithography processes.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned duties in accordance with documented procedures and work instructions.
Lead and manage production operations during the assigned shift, including Coat, Print, and Wet Floor processes.
Supervise, coach, and develop production personnel, and ensure effective training and cross-training programs.
Participate in hiring, performance management, and disciplinary actions for team members.
Allocate labor resources to meet production schedules and customer demand.
Monitor employee attendance and approve timecards, overtime, and PTO.
Establish, track, and improve productivity metrics for manufacturing equipment and personnel.
Monitor production schedules to ensure on-time delivery and adjust priorities and workflows as needed.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture; participate in Safety Committee activities and conduct routine audits and floor walks.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Maintain a strong leadership presence on the production floor, targeting 80% or more of work time there.
Evaluate machine capacity and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, EHS, and other departments to optimize operations.
Provide input into the development and continuous improvement of SOPs, work instructions, and training materials.
Investigate production issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Foster a positive, motivated, and accountable team environment.
Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.