Lead Production Supervisor - ISO-Certified Manufacturing

Shawmut Corporation; West Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Shawmut Corporation in Massachusetts seeks a Production Supervisor to direct machine operators and oversee inspection procedures in line with customer requirements.

You will coordinate production schedules, verify setup and tooling, train staff, and maintain safety and quality standards while driving continuous improvements.

The role requires strong leadership, English fluency, and experience in manufacturing, ISO exposure, and inventory control.

Qualifications

• Must have 2-3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills, able to work effectively under pressure and work with a variety of different personalities.
• Previous hands‑on manufacturing experience as a Machine Operator, Technician, Mechanic, or similar role, with demonstrated progression into a supervisory or leadership position.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, across all levels of the organization as well as to prepare various paperwork, enter and analyze data in the computer, train employees, and complete all other job‑related tasks.
• Demonstrated fluency in English and Portuguese required to support effective communication, employee engagement, training, and day‑to‑day supervision of production team.
• Possess good math skills to a high school education.
• Demonstrated ability to independently evaluate production runnability and make sound operational decisions.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Inventory management experience, including cycle counting and inventory control, preferred.
• Experience working in an ISO‑certified manufacturing environment and having ISO certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedule with appropriate plant personnel and discuss priorities and problems with Operations Manager. Assign orders to machine operators.
• Discuss quality requirements with the Quality Department and the Process Engineering Manager.
• Check orders at machines to confirm they are in the correct production order. Advise lead operators of production schedule and assign orders to machine operators.
• Check with machine operators to ensure correct set ups and procedures are being used. Check with machine operators to be sure that SOP’s are performed at the start of the shift.
• Ensure samples are cut for lab tests. A re-check of lab results on tests and ensures results are properly recorded.
• Review production orders progress and adjust machine schedule to ensure compliance. Check availability of material for pending orders.
• Supervise, participate, and assist in the operation of all Production processes as needed.
• Complete daily log of any changes to machines, products, rush orders and problems.
• Check all machines to ensure proper set‑ups.
• Ensure adequate inventories of all department supplies are on hand.
• Complete Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) for rejected material and have material moved to QC.
• Coordinate machine maintenance and repairs on an as needed basis with Maintenance Department.
• Conduct annual performance reviews of shift employees. Recommend wage adjustments.
• Ensure that employees are properly trained and certified.
• Verify that company policies and procedures are complied with and personnel related issues are resolved. Participate in the hiring process and offer advice and suggestions on employment and disciplinary actions.
• Participate in Safety Committee meetings. Complete safety inspection forms. Review safety tour findings and industrial accidents and take corrective action.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Math skills

Time management

Inventory management

ISO certification

Bilingual English/Portuguese

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college background

Job description

Shawmut Corporation in Massachusetts seeks a Production Supervisor to direct machine operators and oversee inspection procedures in line with customer requirements.

You will coordinate production schedules, verify setup and tooling, train staff, and maintain safety and quality standards while driving continuous improvements.

The role requires strong leadership, English fluency, and experience in manufacturing, ISO exposure, and inventory control.