1st Shift Production Supervisor

Tapecon, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Tapecon, Inc. in Buffalo is seeking a 1st Shift Production Supervisor to lead daily operations, coach staff, and ensure quality and on-time delivery. You will manage production schedules, maintain ERP data integrity, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of production experience, strong problem-solving and leadership skills, and a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. This role runs first shift with potential overtime to meet production needs.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED; 3–5 years production experience; ERP experience preferred.
• Associate degree in Business Management or equivalent supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
• Lead, train, and develop production staff; promote a positive work environment.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet production targets.
• Maintain ERP data integrity and generate production reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with QMS, safety regulations, and ISO procedures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to reduce costs and improve quality.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Training & development

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Business Management

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Buffalo. Tapecon. 1st Shift Production Supervisor $65,000 - $77,000/year.

We are seeking an honest and dedicated Production Supervisor to lead our team through effective communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building. This role is responsible for overseeing daily production operations, ensuring compliance with company procedures and regulations, managing workflow, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.

The ideal candidate is committed to quality, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction. They will train, coach, and develop team members, helping to build a high-performing workforce while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

At Tapecon, we combine scientific expertise and innovative manufacturing solutions to help customers, especially in healthcare and life sciences, improve products and enhance lives. Our success is driven by dedicated leaders who foster teamwork, operational excellence, and continuous growth.

Operations run three shifts Monday-Friday with some Saturday coverage as assigned.

This position would be for 1st shift (6am-2:30pm) with flexibility to adjust for production or staffing needs.

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for managing and coordinating the activities of the production floor to ensure efficient operations, adherence to quality standards, and compliance with safety regulations. This role involves supervising production staff, optimizing production schedules, maintaining data integrity of the ERP system, and implementing and enforcing company policies and procedures. The Production Supervisor also plays a role in training and developing team members to enhance their skills and ensure consistent performance. Collaboration with other departments is essential to meet production targets in a contract manufacturing setting.

Essential Duties

• Oversee daily production activities to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.


• Approve and edit time and attendance requests and records for direct reports.


• Assign tasks and monitor progress for schedule adherence


• Lead, train, and develop production staff, promoting a positive work environment.


• Work with appropriate resources to implement and develop training programs and materials using competency-based assessment.


• Identify and make recommendations for any employee cross training, transfer, or advancement opportunities.


• Participate in the selection of employees.


• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members.


• Use progressive discipline as needed within approved guidelines.


• Ensure compliance with QMS


• Support Tapecon manufacturing policies, quality plan and ISO procedures


• Ensure products meet quality standards and specifications.


• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to address and resolve quality issues.


• Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.


• Contribute and enforce best practices and lean manufacturing principles to optimize production.


• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.


• Maintain a safe working environment.


• Maintain data integrity of the ERP system by regularly reviewing records and correcting errors.


• Collaborate with IT and other departments to troubleshoot and resolve ERP-related issues.


• Train production staff on proper data entry and usage of the ERP system.


• Prepare and present production reports to management as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED


• 3 to 5 years of related production experience


• Associate degree in Business Management or equivalent supervisory experience of 2+ years highly preferred


• Experience using an Enterprise resource planning (ERP) system highly preferred