Supervisor Production

At Johnson Outdoors, home to some of the world’s most innovative and best-known outdoor recreation brands, we create amazing outdoor experiences - for adventurers, by adventurers. Check out each of the unique Johnson Outdoor brands in Fishing, Camping, Watercraft and Diving!

Come help shape the future growth of Johnson Outdoors and our Fishing brands by playing a key role within the Production department. Located at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Mankato, Minnesota, the Supervisor Production supervises and coordinates production activities and functions which include analyzing scheduling needs, managing the production schedule, maximizing productivity and ensuring efficiency, high quality, safety and cost effectiveness. The successful candidate fosters an environment of teamwork and continuous improvement.

What you will be doing:

• Assess, plan and schedule production to ensure product availability and shipping requirements are met.
• Oversee and coordinate daily activities and the completion of scheduled work to maximize productivity, minimize cost and increase quality. Responsible for achievement of department efficiency goals and standards, track downtime, and develop/implement plans accordingly. Make recommendations for material, workflow and facilities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot production problems and ensure machinery, equipment and facilities are functioning and operating properly for efficient production. Report process, facility or equipment problems, and collaborate with management and maintenance to ensure safety and minimize downtime.
• Provide manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data.
• Supervise the daily activities for a team, ensure productivity, set priorities and manage work schedules. Provide input on resource planning and policy development. Train/coach team members on performance, complete performance evaluations and recommend pay actions. Participate in and provide input into hiring and termination decisions.
• In collaboration with production, operations, human resources and engineering staff/management, ensure compliance with various state and federal regulations.
• Responsible for ensuring safety, monitoring security and ensuring good housekeeping/cleanliness.

What you need to succeed:

• High school diploma required.

• Typically requires 5 or more years of experience in consumer goods production or assembly leading and coordinating the work of production staff.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities to effectively supervise large groups of people and work under deadlines while maintaining positive employee relations.
• Ability to build high performing teams that involve mutual accountability for results and demonstrate goal orientated behaviors.
• Ability to manage conflict through assertive and decisive behavior while maintaining composure in difficult situations.
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills to speak clearly and persuasively, speak in front of a group of employees and write clearly and informatively.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar products. Ability to develop and comprehend spreadsheets of varying complexity.
• Requires extensive walking and extended periods of standing or sitting.
• General knowledge of the machines and equipment used.
• Ability to focus on organizational growth, financial performance and achieving results.
• Compensation: $78,000 - $90,000 depending upon experience.

A few pointers about our culture:

• Entrepreneurial spirit and innovation are in our bones! We authentically innovate trusted equipment that gets people out in the great outdoors.
• We are laser-focused on our consumers, and passionate about providing superior solutions flexible to meet any event’s needs or mission requirements.
• We strive to create meaningful, healthy change in the world as individuals and as a family of brands.
• We value team members who are willing to wear many hats; who take personal initiative, anticipating what needs to be done, and figuring things out to make them happen; but who are also willing to ask help, to assist others and work together.

What you will receive:

• Share in the company’s success with competitive base salary and eligibility for annual pay increases.
• Find work/life balance with generous Paid Time Off and holiday benefits, a full benefits package, and broad range of employee support and fitness and wellness plans.
• Further your career with performance development and training opportunities, including our tuition assistance program.
• Have fun at work, enjoying a collaborative and casual work environment, participating in fun company events, and taking advantage of great employee discounts on all our outdoor recreational products.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) with company match, Sons & Daughters Scholarship program, college savings program, life and LTD insurance, and more.

Johnson Outdoors Fishing Business & Brand Snapshot
• Industry: Outdoor Recreation & Consumer Products
• Business Unit: Fishing
• Brands: Minn Kota®, Humminbird®, Cannon®
• Products: Marine Electronics, Fish Finders, Sonar Technology, Trolling Motors, Connected Fishing Solutions
• Key Skills: Product Development, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Embedded Systems, Consumer Insights, Product Management, Supply Chain, Manufacturing
• Technology Focus: Sonar Systems, GPS Navigation, Wireless Connectivity, Marine Electronics, Power Systems, Connected Devices