Production Supervisor – Kanban Focus

NATIONAL PEN / PLUMA NACIONAL; Tijuana; Presencial; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading company in personalized promotional products is seeking a Production Supervisor in Tijuana. The role focuses on overseeing Kanban-based operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality standards while leading a team. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in lean manufacturing and leadership skills.

Formación

• Proven experience in a manufacturing supervisor role, preferably in a Kanban or lean environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to drive accountability and foster a culture of ownership.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure efficient day-to-day operation of Kanban-controlled production areas.
• Supervise Team Leaders and Production Operators to meet targets.
• Implement countermeasures for issues impacting safety, quality, or productivity.

Conocimientos

Communication

Problem Solving

Leadership

Organization

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Overview of Role:

We are seeking a Production Supervisor with strong experience in Kanban-based operations to oversee and drive daily performance on the production floor. This role will ensure workflow efficiency, on-time delivery, and adherence to quality and safety standards while working closely with Team Leaders and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on leadership style and a deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles.

What you will do:

• Ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of Kanban-controlled production areas.
• Supervise Team Leaders and Production Operators to meet safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement targets.
• Manage production flow, inventory signals, and replenishment within the Kanban system.
• Communicate with internal departments to ensure production schedules are aligned and met.
• Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews, providing structured feedback and coaching to Team Leaders.
• Address performance and behavior issues professionally and constructively.
• Implement countermeasures for issues impacting safety, quality, or productivity.
• Support the continuous improvement of Kanban boards, visual controls, and production signals.

What we need from you:

• Proven experience in a manufacturing supervisor role, preferably in a Kanban or lean environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Experience managing performance and delivering results through teams
• Ability to stay calm under pressure, multitask, and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and production-related systems
• Knowledge of lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong work ethic, organization, and leadership skills
• Ability to drive accountability and foster a culture of ownership on the floor

About Pens.com

Pens.com's personalized promotional products are created for and inspired by small businesses. With 56 years of experience and serving 22 countries worldwide, Pens.com offers MORE value, savings, and time to customers through expert guidance on a broad range of personalized promotional products, including writing instruments, stationery, drinkware, bags, gifts, and trade show accessories. Pens.com operates via a network of more than 10 facilities across North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

To learn more, visit: www.PENS.com

Pens.com is a National Pen and Cimpress brand (Nasdaq: CMPR).