Lead Production Supervisor, Precision Manufacturing

Miller CAT Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller CAT Corporation, based in Dallas, TX, is hiring to lead daily production activities on the assigned shift. You will schedule work orders, supervise a team of production staff, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time output in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 3+ years of manufacturing experience with supervisory responsibilities, knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma, and proficiency with Netsuite or similar production tracking tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience, with 1-2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Experience in automotive parts, sheet metal fabrication, or similar precision manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, and quality specifications.
• Proficiency with production tracking software and Netsuite.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods on a manufacturing floor, and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a plant environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities across assigned shift(s) or line(s), ensuring output targets and deadlines are met.
• Create and schedule work orders to ensure optimal and efficient production cycles.
• Lead, train, and develop a team of production associates and operators; manage scheduling, attendance, and performance.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures; conduct safety briefings and investigate incidents to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor product quality throughout the production process and address defects and non-conformances.
• Track and report daily production metrics (output, downtime, scrap rate, labor efficiency) to leadership.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure components and raw materials are available to meet production schedules.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean/Six Sigma principles) to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Handle employee relation issues, including coaching, corrective action, and conflict resolution.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Production scheduling

Quality awareness

Communication

Safety adherence

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Netsuite

Production tracking software

Job description

Miller CAT Corporation, based in Dallas, TX, is hiring to lead daily production activities on the assigned shift. You will schedule work orders, supervise a team of production staff, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time output in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 3+ years of manufacturing experience with supervisory responsibilities, knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma, and proficiency with Netsuite or similar production tracking tools.