2nd Shift Production Lead — Lean, Safety & Coaching

General Dynamics Land Systems; Walker (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Land Systems is hiring a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations on the production floor, ensuring efficiency, quality, safety and timely delivery of products. You will manage production teams, enforce policies, coordinate workflow and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires leadership, strong communication, and hands-on experience with lean practices. Shift coordination, timekeeping, and cross-functional collaboration are key.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; degree preferred.
• 5+ years manufacturing experience with 2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience with timekeeping and payroll systems (Oracle, WFM).
• Strong leadership, communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop production team members to achieve performance targets.
• Monitor workflow, production schedules, and output to meet quality and delivery standards.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and OSHA regulations.
• Resolve production issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime.
• Conduct shift meetings, communicate expectations, and maintain employee accountability.
• Collaborate cross functionally across all teams to optimize processes.
• Drive lean manufacturing principles and 5S practices on the floor.
• Identify training needs and support employee skill development.
• Participate in audits, root cause analysis, and corrective action plans.
• Ensure accurate and timely timekeeping, including approving timecards, managing punches, and supporting payroll with any discrepancies or corrections.
• Support training and onboarding of new employees and cross training of current team members.
• Hold team members accountable for performance, behavior, attendance, and safety expectations.
• Document and deliver write up, and assist in performance improvement plans as necessary in coordination with HR.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Timekeeping

Microsoft Office

Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Oracle

WFM

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

General Dynamics Land Systems is hiring a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations on the production floor, ensuring efficiency, quality, safety and timely delivery of products. You will manage production teams, enforce policies, coordinate workflow and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires leadership, strong communication, and hands-on experience with lean practices. Shift coordination, timekeeping, and cross-functional collaboration are key.