Lean Production Leader - Safety, Quality & Improvement

Plymouth; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth Tube seeks a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations on the second shift. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance while developing employees and improving processes.

The role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced environment with adherence to OSHA, EPA, ISO, ASME and customer requirements, plus a commitment to Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or related field with 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Associate degree with 5+ years supervisory experience in Lean Manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily production activities to meet operational, quality, safety, and cost targets.
• Develop, coach, and engage production employees to build a high-performing workforce.
• Foster positive employee relations and maintain compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, employment laws, and company policies.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, ISO, ASME, customer, and other applicable standards and certifications.
• Conduct accident investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Manage attendance, timekeeping, PTO, training, and skill development programs.
• Utilize performance management processes to establish goals, provide feedback, and support employee development.
• Monitor key performance indicators and provide regular operational reports to leadership.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, inclusion, and operational excellence.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Employee development

Problem solving

Communication

Planning and execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or related field

Associate degree in a manufacturing-related field

Job description

Plymouth Tube seeks a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations on the second shift. You will drive safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance while developing employees and improving processes.

The role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced environment with adherence to OSHA, EPA, ISO, ASME and customer requirements, plus a commitment to Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.