Production Supervisor

Rusco MFG, inc•Machesney Park, IL

About The Position

The Production Supervisor at Rusco Manufacturing oversees daily production-floor operations and ensures processes run efficiently while meeting safety, quality, and production targets. The role manages production employees and ensures work is completed on time, within budget, and according to company standards.

Requirements

2–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
Previous experience leading hourly production employees.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety, quality, and productivity.
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and interpret production schedules, work instructions, and procedures.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervise, train, and motivate production employees across assigned shifts.
Plan and coordinate daily production activities to meet customer and company requirements.
Monitor production schedules, staffing, productivity, and downtime.
Ensure employees follow company safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.
Maintain quality standards and promptly address production or quality issues.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions when needed.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and quality, and reduce waste.
Work with Maintenance, Quality, Warehouse, Engineering, and other departments.
Conduct shift meetings and communicate production priorities and performance.
Complete production reports, employee documentation, and other required records.
Address employee performance, attendance, and disciplinary issues in accordance with company policy.
Promote a positive, accountable, and team-oriented work environment.