Intern, Production Supervisor

KB Signaling Inc.; Grain Valley (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KB Signaling Inc. is seeking a Site Manufacturing Manager to lead workshop and production line operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing performance.

This role blends strategic oversight with hands-on leadership to meet production targets and drive continuous improvement. Reporting to Site Manufacturing Manager, you will plan resources, coach staff, monitor KPIs, and coordinate across engineering, quality, maintenance, and logistics to optimize productivity and safety.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Tech, or related field.
• Ability to work independently and identify improvement opportunities.
• Effective communication and ability to tailor approach to groups.
• Strong organizational, time management and data management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Comfort around industrial equipment and safety principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office / 365 (Excel, Word, SharePoint).
• Interest in project management, construction oversight, or safety compliance.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA safety concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily workshop and production line operations to achieve performance targets.
• Plan, allocate, and optimize manpower, equipment, and materials to meet production schedules.
• Supervise, coach, and develop team members to ensure high performance and engagement.
• Monitor production output, quality standards, and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company policies.
• Identify and resolve operational and production issues in a timely manner.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with engineering, quality, maintenance, and logistics teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in operational reporting and documentation.
• Maintain equipment readiness and support preventative maintenance practices.
• Deliver training and guidance to team members on processes, safety, and best practices.

Skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Data management

Multi-tasking

Project management interest

Safety principles

Safety compliance awareness

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree (pursuing) in Engineering/Industrial Tech

Tools

MS Office / 365

Job description

KB Signaling delivers unparalleled end-to-end wayside and onboard conventional signaling platforms and solutions, supporting our Control, Command, and Signaling (CCS) global business unit. A trailblazer, we are driven to provide the best solutions for improved safety, performance, and lower overall operating cost for today’s transit and freight railway systems and operators in North America and beyond. Our team is fueled by innovation and grounded in solid values, like giving back to the communities where we do business and embracing sustainability to help protect our planet. KB Signaling is part of a global, high-tech company that will challenge you and help you grow. Discover your potential.

KB Signaling Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Summary

Responsible for leading and managing workshop and production line operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing performance. This role combines strategic oversight with hands‑on leadership to meet production targets, optimize resources, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Reporting Line

Site Manufacturing Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily workshop and production line operations to achieve performance targets
• Plan, allocate, and optimize manpower, equipment, and materials to meet production schedules
• Supervise, coach, and develop team members to ensure high performance and engagement
• Monitor production output, quality standards, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company policies
• Identify and resolve operational and production issues in a timely manner
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with engineering, quality, maintenance, and logistics teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality
• Ensure accuracy and consistency in operational reporting and documentation
• Maintain equipment readiness and support preventative maintenance practices
• Deliver training and guidance to team members on processes, safety, and best practices

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Industrial Tech or a related field.
• Ability to work independently, identifying improvement opportunities or discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills, with an ability to tailor approach to different groups.
• Strong organizational, time management and data management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and follow through on deadlines.
• Comfort working around industrial equipment and learning applicable safety principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office / 365 tools (Excel, Word, SharePoint, etc.).
• Interest in project management, construction oversight, or safety compliance is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA safety concepts is a plus but not required.