Working Supervisor
Lead Production. Drive Quality. Support Your Team.
We are seeking a Working Supervisor to join our Manufacturing team. In this hands-on leadership role, you will be responsible for ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, efficiency, and employee engagement. This position combines production leadership with direct involvement in manufacturing operations and serves as a key resource for training, coaching, and supporting team members.
What You'll Do
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Lead and support production employees to ensure daily production goals are achieved.
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Promote and enforce a safe work environment, including safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and accident reporting requirements.
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Ensure quality standards are met and empower team members to address quality concerns.Review production schedules, job tickets, and work priorities, communicating expectations clearly to the team.
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Coordinate shift handoffs and communicate production updates, challenges, and workload changes with management.
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Monitor production performance and operational efficiency, maintaining accurate records and identifying opportunities for improvement.
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Train, coach, and develop employees while supporting performance management activities.
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Conduct regular team meetings to share information, address concerns, and promote engagement.
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Support continuous improvement initiatives and company quality systems.
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Ensure environmental and material-handling procedures are followed.
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Assist with equipment setup, adjustments, minor repairs, and machine operation as needed.
Qualifications
Preferred Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of manufacturing safety practices, housekeeping standards, and PPE requirements.
- Ability to interpret production tickets and manufacturing documentation.
- Understanding of departmental procedures and company policies.
- Ability to enter and maintain information in production tracking systems.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to effectively manage priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous supervisory or management experience preferred.
- Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
What We're Looking For
Skills
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