Supervisor Production

Johnson Outdoors•Mankato, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Outdoors is seeking a Production Supervisor for its Fishing brands at its manufacturing facility in Mankato, Minnesota. The role supervises and coordinates production activities, including production scheduling, productivity, quality, safety, and cost effectiveness. The supervisor fosters teamwork and continuous improvement while ensuring product availability and shipping requirements are met. The position oversees daily production work, monitors department efficiency, troubleshoots production issues, and collaborates with management and maintenance to maintain equipment and facilities and minimize downtime. It also supervises and develops team members, contributes to resource planning and policy development, and works with production, operations, human resources, and engineering to support regulatory compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Typically, five or more years of experience in consumer goods production or assembly, leading and coordinating production staff.
Demonstrated leadership ability to supervise large groups, work under deadlines, and maintain positive employee relations.
Ability to build high-performing teams with mutual accountability and goal-oriented behaviors.
Ability to manage conflict assertively and decisively while remaining composed in difficult situations.
Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills, including the ability to speak clearly and persuasively, address groups of employees, and write clearly and informatively.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook) or similar products.
Ability to develop and understand spreadsheets of varying complexity.
Ability to focus on organizational growth, financial performance, and results.
Ability to perform extensive walking and extended periods of standing or sitting.
General knowledge of the machines and equipment used.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, and schedule production to meet product availability and shipping requirements.
Oversee and coordinate daily activities and scheduled work to maximize productivity, minimize cost, and increase quality.
Achieve department efficiency goals and standards, track downtime, and develop and implement improvement plans.
Recommend improvements to materials, workflow, and facilities.
Troubleshoot production problems and ensure machinery, equipment, and facilities operate properly.
Report process, facility, or equipment problems and collaborate with management and maintenance to support safety and minimize downtime.
Compile, initiate, sort, and analyze production performance records and data.
Supervise daily team activities, ensure productivity, set priorities, and manage work schedules.
Provide input on resource planning and policy development.
Train and coach team members, complete performance evaluations, and recommend pay actions.
Participate in and provide input into hiring and termination decisions.
Collaborate with production, operations, human resources, and engineering staff and management to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Ensure safety, monitor security, and maintain good housekeeping and cleanliness.