Lead Production Supervisor: Drive Efficiency & Safety

Top Echelon Software, LLC; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations, coordinate production activities, and lead a team on the shop floor. You will drive efficiency, monitor performance, ensure quality, and support employee development in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include planning production and maintenance, allocating resources, training staff, and fostering a safe workplace while partnering with managers to implement improvements and maintain

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or maintenance environment.
• Bachelor’s degree with 2-3 years of leadership experience in a foundry environment preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily production and maintenance activities to meet goals.
• Communicate priorities and align resources with foremen and team members.
• Create team assignments and set expectations for efficient workflow.
• Monitor schedules, resources, and capacity; adjust as needed.
• Maintain non-inventory production and maintenance supplies for daily ops.
• Track department performance and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct start-up meetings and provide ongoing communication.
• Spend time on the production floor supporting employees and answering questions.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout processes.
• Train new employees on safety, equipment operation, and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with managers to identify improvements and resolve challenges.
• Conduct performance reviews and regular conversations with staff.
• Coach employees for development and engagement.
• Identify training opportunities to improve performance and engagement.
• Promote workplace safety through training and process improvement.
• Monitor attendance, vacation requests, and maintain records.
• Complete required data entry and maintain records in company systems.
• Coordinate Environmental, Health, and Safety responsibilities, including inspections.
• Participate in meetings on coaching, safety initiatives, and strategy.
• Assist with candidate interviews and onboarding activities.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organization

Prioritization

Production scheduling

Continuous improvement

Safety knowledge

Collaboration

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree with 2-3 years leadership in foundry environment (preferred)

Job description

Top Echelon Software, LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations, coordinate production activities, and lead a team on the shop floor. You will drive efficiency, monitor performance, ensure quality, and support employee development in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include planning production and maintenance, allocating resources, training staff, and fostering a safe workplace while partnering with managers to implement improvements and maintain