Manufacturing Production Supervisor

Pelican Wire
Any Location, NY
Category Operations
Job Description
Role Overview

The Production Supervisor directs and supervises daily production operations for the assigned department and shift. This position provides clear direction to production employees, organizes workflow, monitors performance, supports equipment reliability, and ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to customer and company requirements.

What You Will Do

The ideal candidate is an engaged and visible floor leader who can build trust, hold employees accountable, manage multiple priorities, and create a positive, team-oriented work environment. The Production Supervisor will lead daily production activities, coach and develop employees, coordinate workflow, resolve operational challenges, and ensure the assigned department consistently meets its safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and inventory goals.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Production Supervisor works closely with the Plant Manager and other departments to meet production objectives, address operational concerns, develop employees, and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and inventory performance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous experience as a Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, Team Lead, or similar manufacturing leadership role.
  • Experience working with manufacturing machinery, production equipment, and industrial tools.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise, coach, train, and hold employees accountable.
  • Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong record of safety, quality, attendance, and reliability.
  • Positive, professional, and solutions-oriented leadership style.

Benefits

  • Company-matched 401(k) retirement plan
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible spending plans
  • Paid time off and company holidays
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