Production Supervisor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 2 years of successful experience in assembly, manufacturing, production operations, or a related field.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical proficiency and hands-on experience using hand tools in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interpret production requirements, prioritize work, and coordinate personnel in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, engineering, business, operations, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and directly related work experience will also be considered.
• Previous experience supervising production, assembly, manufacturing, or operations employees.
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment and applying a collective bargaining agreement.
• Project management experience involving production improvements, process changes, or operational initiatives.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and manufacturing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Implement effective Environmental, Health, and Safety practices, address hazards, and reinforce a culture focused on preventing incidents.
• Prioritize work, assign personnel, balance resources, and resolve production-line constraints to meet delivery commitments.
• Supervise, coach, and develop production employees; set expectations, monitor performance, conduct employee review meetings, and coordinate required training.
• Interpret engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications, identify defects, and take corrective action to maintain product quality and zero-defect production.
• Coordinate with purchasing, production planning, warehouse, and support teams to maintain material availability and minimize interruptions.
• Lead daily production activities through shift reporting and performance tracking, and escalate safety, quality, staffing, and delivery risks promptly.
• Apply the collective bargaining agreement consistently and address employee matters fairly and professionally.

Benefits

• Siemens offers health and wellness benefits; details are available through its benefits website.