First-Shift Production Supervisor: Lean, Safety & Quality

Milliken & Company; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company in LaGrange, Georgia is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production operations at the Live Oak Plant. This role focuses on ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality within a defined production area. Responsibilities include managing work time, supporting cross-training, conducting audits, and fostering employee engagement. Candidates should have at least three years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This position may require weekend and night shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead and motivate associates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in manufacturing or equivalent leadership experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Accurately manage and enter associates' work time.
• Oversee cross-training and job rotation.
• Make decisions supporting safety, quality, and productivity goals.
• Monitor housekeeping, material flow, and people flow.
• Develop and communicate schedules.
• Conduct audits for compliance with operational and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Commitment to safety

Continuous improvement

Tools

SAP

Job description

Milliken & Company in LaGrange, Georgia is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee production operations at the Live Oak Plant. This role focuses on ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality within a defined production area. Responsibilities include managing work time, supporting cross-training, conducting audits, and fostering employee engagement. Candidates should have at least three years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This position may require weekend and night shifts as needed.