Lean Manufacturing Supervisor: Lead, Coach & Optimize Ops

Milbank Manufacturing Company; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Milbank Manufacturing Company in Kansas City, MO seeks a seasoned Exempt supervisor to lead production teams, drive lean initiatives, and ensure safety and quality in daily operations. You will coach staff, optimize manpower, and align activities with business goals.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, clear communication of expectations, and rigorous adherence to policies while delivering on performance metrics and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Leads and develops staff to improve performance.
• Plans, monitors and appraises production results.
• Coaches and disciplines employees per policy.
• Clearly communicates expectations to teams.
• Directs production, assembly, and support operations.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains lean frameworks (visual management, 5S, kaizen).
• Supervises daily workflow; trains, guides, and disciplines staff.
• Participates in setting and adjusting procedures; ensures safety compliance.
• Reviews schedules, resources, and tool usage to maximize productivity and quality.
• Monitors performance, records results, and supports special projects.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Team leadership

Problem solving

Coaching & discipline

Operations planning

Communication

Safety compliance

MS Office

Manufacturing IT

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Manufacturing info system

Job description

Milbank Manufacturing Company in Kansas City, MO seeks a seasoned Exempt supervisor to lead production teams, drive lean initiatives, and ensure safety and quality in daily operations. You will coach staff, optimize manpower, and align activities with business goals.

The role emphasizes proactive problem solving, clear communication of expectations, and rigorous adherence to policies while delivering on performance metrics and cost controls.