Production Supervisor

Rain Bird Corporation•Tucson, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for fostering a performance-driven and continuous-improvement environment for production operations. This role is accountable for creating a disciplined, performance-driven culture while applying lean tools and structured problem-solving to strengthen operational execution. Available to work flexible schedules, including both day weekend and night shifts.

Requirements

BS or BA degree
3 years of experience in supervisory or other leadership roles within a manufacturing environment
Experience with 5S and Lean Tools
Proven leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
History of increasing responsibilities with proven track record of achieving good results
Excellent team builder and team player
Position requires an individual who is enthusiastic, hardworking and has a “can-do” attitude.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual - English and Spanish
Master’s degree
Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma Certification

Responsibilities

Supervises manufacturing activities in a high-Speed automated assembly environment.
Manages all productivity and quality-related issues within the manufacturing team
Accountable for the safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance of the manufacturing team in the shift
Lead the hiring, training, cross-training, and performance management of direct employees.
Supervise, develop, and coach production leaders to ensure they contribute effectively to operational objectives.
Builds a team focused culture that integrates core employees, temps, inventory, and equipment to achieve production, quality and safety goals
Ensures that the manufacturing equipment and work cells are staffed with people who are properly trained and supported
Drive efficiency through the application of lean tools, TPM methodology, structured problem solving, and process standardization
Ensures safety regulations, regulatory controls, policies, and procedures are followed
Promote and use techniques for continuous improvement such as Six-Sigma and Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing)
Manage attendance, payroll, formal problem solving, and disciplinary process for employees in accordance with the Rain Bird personnel policies manual
Promotes team building and ensures production teams are functional
Ensures accurate and efficient communication between all departments and production personnel
Requires an individual with flexibility to work and rotate between day shift and night shift based on business needs in a 24/7 operation.