Lead Production Supervisor: Efficiency, Safety & Growth

Talent With Heart; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent With Heart is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily production and maintenance activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will guide teams, coordinate resources, and drive efficiency while upholding quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes coaching, training, and development of employees, with engagement in continuous improvement initiatives and performance conversations to foster a productive, safe workplace.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 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.
• Prior experience as a lead person, leadership trainee, supervisor, or similar leadership role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily production and maintenance activities to meet operational goals and customer needs.
• Communicate priorities and align resources with foremen and team members.
• Create team assignments and communicate expectations for efficient workflow.
• Monitor production schedules, resources, and workforce capacity.
• Promote safety and maintain quality standards across production processes.
• Train and support new employees on safety, equipment operation, and job responsibilities.
• Conduct performance reviews and regular conversations with team members.
• Support onboarding activities and participate in coaching and safety initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Scheduling

Staffing

Quality focus

Safety

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma

1–2 years leadership in manufacturing

Bachelor’s + 2–3 years leadership in foundry

Lead/supervisor experience

Job description

Talent With Heart is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily production and maintenance activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will guide teams, coordinate resources, and drive efficiency while upholding quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes coaching, training, and development of employees, with engagement in continuous improvement initiatives and performance conversations to foster a productive, safe workplace.