Production Supervisor

Job Purpose

We are seeking a hands-on, results-driven Production Supervisor with 3–5 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment (Preferably plastics / molding). This role is responsible for leading production teams to meet daily goals in safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity. The successful candidate will have a solid background leading a team of technicians, forklift / material handlers, and Packers / palletizers to work together to meet Key Performance Indicators.  Team building will be essential.  Consistent and clear communication of policies, goals, and performance will be essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan / Schedule roster to meet production requirements for planned vacations and absence.
• Check and approve employee hours and vacations
• Supervise daily blow molding operations, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of machine operators, material handlers, and support staff (10–25 employees per shift).
• Monitor machine performance, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Enforce safety procedures and company policies; conduct safety audits and participate in incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with quality control processes and support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, lean manufacturing, etc.).
• Manage labor and material usage to control costs and reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate production records, shift reports, and operational logs.
• Collaborate with other departments such as Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to support plant-wide objectives.
• Support onboarding, training, and performance evaluations of production staff.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong understanding of material handling and flow, tooling / job changeover
• Hand on Knowledge / Fundamentals of Hydraulics, pneumatics, drives, industrial controls.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate production teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, lean manufacturing principles, and quality systems.
• Soft Skills for team management (Communication, Decision Making, Conflict Resolve, Motivational, Employee Corrective Actions)