Lean Production Supervisor – Automotive Assembly

US Tsubaki Automotive, LLC; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Annual bonus potential

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Education reimbursement

Job summary

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to direct unionized teams across manufacturing and assembly of timing chain system components. The role emphasizes safety, quality, delivery, and productivity while coordinating daily production schedules and employee development.

The ideal candidate has lean manufacturing knowledge, project management experience, and familiarity with ERP systems, ISO procedures, and EHS standards. Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
• 3 to 7 years of supervisory experience or production leadership.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from employees at all levels.
• Ability to communicate with all employees and deal with difficult situations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and work instructions.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, Word required.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, Project Management and ISO procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP Systems.
• Strong knowledge of EHS standards, Quality Control and Production processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Must be able to work 1st, 2nd or 3rd Shift.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, train, coach, and supervise daily production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and labor goals.
• Provide clear expectations, coaching, and direction to employees.
• Create and monitor daily efficient flow of material through the department.
• Determine and implement continuous improvement plans for equipment and department.
• Monitor department budget and reduce costs related to production and MRO supplies.
• Foster relationships with EHS, Planning, Engineering, and Quality.
• Communicate via toolbox meetings and employee meetings.
• Follow union contracts and company policies.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Project Management

ISO procedures

EHS standards

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to direct unionized teams across manufacturing and assembly of timing chain system components. The role emphasizes safety, quality, delivery, and productivity while coordinating daily production schedules and employee development.

The ideal candidate has lean manufacturing knowledge, project management experience, and familiarity with ERP systems, ISO procedures, and EHS standards. Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.