2nd Shift Production Supervisor

AGRATI-MEDINA LLC; Ohio; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Agrati, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the shop floor in a fast-paced cold heading and cold forming environment. You will drive performance, coach teams, and implement continuous improvement while ensuring safety and quality align with customer requirements.

Responsibilities include supervising production personnel, scheduling, coordinating with other departments, and maintaining compliance with EH&S and IATF standards to optimize efficiency and yield on a daily basis.

Qualifications

• High School diploma and minimum three years in production, quality, or warehouse environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, safety procedures, and manuals.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Applications and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team on the shop floor using a J.I.T. system and continuous improvement.
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations to meet targets and quality standards.
• Schedule production, coordinate with other supervisors, and manage resources.
• Coach staff, conduct evaluations, and approve leave and overtime requests.
• Drive safety, housekeeping, and regulatory compliance (IATF).
• Troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime and improve yield.

Skills

Team leadership

Production scheduling

Continuous improvement

EH&S compliance

Training & coaching

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma

Related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Agrati is a global leader in the manufacturing of high-quality fasteners and components, serving a wide range of industries with a strong commitment to innovation, precision, and operational excellence. We are looking for a results-oriented Production Supervisor to join our team and help drive performance on the shop floor. The ideal candidate brings proven experience in cold heading and cold forming environments, along with the ability to lead teams, optimize production processes, and maintain high standards for quality and safety in a dynamic manufacturing setting.

General Statement of Responsibilities

Responsible for leading and developing employees in a team environment utilizing a J.I.T. manufacturing system, e.g. – Employee Involvement, Total Quality, Continuous Improvement, Housekeeping, EH&S, Communication, Coordination, etc. that meets production and customer requirements.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory and have a working knowledge of EH&S rules and regulations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinating training and managing production personnel, including setting performance goals, and conducting evaluations
• Oversee daily operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring all production targets and quality standards are met.
• Supervise, train, and motivate a team of production workers to foster a high-performance culture.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and safety.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with other department supervisors to optimize production planning and inventory control.
• Monitor and report on production performance and implement strategies for improvement.
• Handle troubleshooting issues swiftly and effectively to minimize downtime.
• Assists area managers with and participates in assessments and feedback of employee’s performance.
• Approves overtime, vacations, and other personnel administrative requests.
• Facilitate daily production meetings.
• Manage production schedules and resources.
• Deliver quality products and drive process improvements.
• Interpret area data (production, on-time delivery, quality, etc)
• Collaboration with other departments to synchronize production processes in alignment with operational goals.
• Supervise and
• Follows all IATF requirements and programs.
• Provides support in all areas of troubleshooting to resolve any issues.
• Assist in achieving productivity and quality targets for the various teams.
• Provides direction, coordination, and evaluation for second shift employees.

General Performance Expectations

• Ensure work being performed is accurately and efficiently in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, Manufacturing Instructions, IATF Procedures and other relevant documents.
• Understands and follows all health, safety, environmental regulations/rules always.
• Always maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner.
• Maximizes equipment run time and material yield.
• Performs visual, mechanical and process audits as required.
• Accurately completes reports, logs, and other documentation.
• Understands and consistently meets company, team, profile, and behavioral expectations.
• Understands and follows Company policies and procedures.
• Understands how to access electronic information, including work instructions and procedures.
• Participates in team environment and completes assignments for various functions including (but not limited to) EHS and Continuous Improvement.

Education and Experience

High School diploma and related experience (minimum of three years in production, quality, or warehouse environment). Possess the ability to read and interpret documents such as technical data, safety procedures, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Applications. Possess strong leadership, planning and communication skills. Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and all EH&S initiatives.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee may be required to walk, reach with hand and arms, climb, stoop, or kneel, lift, and carry.

Environmental Health and Safety Commitment

As an employee of Agrati, Inc., the employee understands the commitment to work in a safe and responsible manner that respects the environment and well-being of other employees. The employee personally commits to do whatever they can to support those values as the top priority of the company and accepts the responsibilities as a condition of employment.