Floor Commander, 1st Shift – KPI-Driven Supervisor

Quantum Fuel Systems LLC; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plans (medical, dental & 视

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Retirement plan (401k) with company

Life insurance (basic, voluntary & AD&

Paid time off (vacation, sick & select

Family leave (maternity/paternity)

Short & long term disability plans

Job summary

Quantum Fuel Systems LLC in Lake Forest, CA seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor (1st shift) to own the production floor, drive daily targets, and uphold strict 5S, safety, and quality standards.

You will lead a team of production workers, run KPI tracking and shift communications, coordinate with maintenance, and ensure training and documentation are followed to maximize output with zero tolerance for preventable failures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a production supervisor role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of holding a team to high standards, not just setting them
• Deep knowledge of 5S safety principles and how to make them stick on a floor
• Strong analytical skills; ability to read data and make fast, sound decisions
• Proficient in production tracking software and MS Office
• High School Diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle; occasional local travel required
• Ability and willingness to work overtime with your team when production calls for it

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of production workers - set expectations and hold them
• Drive daily, weekly, and monthly production targets with zero tolerance for preventable failures
• Enforce 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) and enforce them consistently
• Conduct safety audits, address hazards immediately, and maintain a culture where safety is non-negotiable
• Run shift communications: production logs, KPI tracking, updates to management - nothing falls through the cracks
• Oversee workforce training so every employee knows their role and performs it properly
• Coordinate with maintenance to keep equipment running and downtime minimal
• Implement company Quality Assurance Procedures and Departmental Work Instructions to the letter

Skills

Leadership

5S & safety

Data-driven

Analytical skills

MS Office

Production tracking software

Overtime willingness

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Forklift certification

ASME Y14.5

QS9000 knowledge

Automotive mechanic experience

Job description

Quantum Fuel Systems LLC in Lake Forest, CA seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor (1st shift) to own the production floor, drive daily targets, and uphold strict 5S, safety, and quality standards.

You will lead a team of production workers, run KPI tracking and shift communications, coordinate with maintenance, and ensure training and documentation are followed to maximize output with zero tolerance for preventable failures.