Lead Production & Ops Excellence

KingRecruitingServices; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate daily activities, optimize resources, and ensure quality and safety standards across the line.

You will oversee staffing, training, and performance development while collaborating with managers to drive continuous improvement and maintain accurate records for safe, productive operations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in manufacturing or maintenance environments.
• Strong communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily production and maintenance activities to meet goals.
• Communicate priorities and align resources with team members and foremen.
• Monitor schedules, resource availability, and workforce capacity.
• Maintain production, quality, and safety standards across operations.
• Train and support new employees on safety, equipment operation, and roles.
• Conduct performance reviews and coaching conversations with staff.
• Identify improvement opportunities and drive process changes.
• Complete data entry and maintain records in electronic systems.
• Support interviews, orientation, and onboarding activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Multi-tasking

Scheduling

Staffing

Safety

Coaching

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree with 2-3 Years of leadership experience in foundry environment preferred

Lead person / supervisor experience preferred

Job description

KingRecruitingServices is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations in a fast-paced environment. You will coordinate daily activities, optimize resources, and ensure quality and safety standards across the line.

You will oversee staffing, training, and performance development while collaborating with managers to drive continuous improvement and maintain accurate records for safe, productive operations.