Lean Manufacturing Supervisor — Fast-Paced Production Lead

The Gill Corporation; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Gill Corporation-Maryland is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations in a high-volume production environment. You will drive safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing that meets quality and delivery requirements while supporting broader business objectives.

Responsibilities include leading production activities, promoting safety, collaborating across functions, and driving improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field strongly preferred, with an engineering background highly desired.
• Four (4) years of experience in manufacturing, production, or a related industrial environment.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, planning, or scheduling.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools; experience with ERP systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Access.
• Acceptable vision test results (as applicable).
• Must have English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills sufficient to read, write, understand and communicate the company's operating procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, and direct production activities to meet quality, cost, delivery, and safety targets.
• Promote a strong safety culture and participate in continuous safety improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Planning to support goals.
• Drive performance against cost, quality, delivery, and safety metrics; pursue continuous improvements with Lean/Six Sigma.
• Support deployment of manufacturing strategies, standard work, control systems, and performance metrics.
• Onboard, train, and develop hourly employees to build a capable, engaged workforce.
• Oversee timekeeping, attendance, and labor reporting per policies.
• Manage area layout, material flow, and work cell organization for efficiency.
• Ensure consistent enforcement of company policies and safety standards.
• Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Perform additional duties to support manufacturing operations

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP systems

MS Office

English language skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Gill Corporation-Maryland is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to lead day-to-day operations in a high-volume production environment. You will drive safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing that meets quality and delivery requirements while supporting broader business objectives.

Responsibilities include leading production activities, promoting safety, collaborating across functions, and driving improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.