Production Supervisor

SUMMARY

We are seeking a Production Supervisor for a manufacturing plant in Pleasanton, TX. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery of products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role oversees a team of production employees, manages workflow, monitors key performance indicators (KPIs), and drives continuous improvement initiatives to support operational goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of production team members to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Ensure a safe work environment by enforcing safety standards, conducting safety audits, and promoting a culture of safety awareness.
• Monitor production output, labor efficiency, and material usage; take corrective actions to meet productivity, quality, and cost targets.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality standards.
• Conduct daily team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and expectations.
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members; provide feedback, discipline, and recognition as needed.
• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, Materials, and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime and resolve production issues.
• Monitor and report performance metrics such as throughput, scrap, rework, and downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, attendance, and incidents.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, lean manufacturing practices, and 5S initiatives.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and cross-training of production staff.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in metal fabrication or electrical/mechanical assembly.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement principles.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.