Lean Production Supervisor - Safety, Quality & Team Growth

rkmi; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Industries, LLC (RK) is seeking a Production Supervisor to supervise project processes, drive Lean manufacturing improvements, and develop a skilled, high-performing team on-site. The role emphasizes safety, quality, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have 3+ years in manufacturing plus strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Experience with Lean tools and a safety-focused mindset is valued.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Strong understanding of production process, quality control requirements, and safety regulations.
• 1 year of Lean Manufacturing is beneficial.
• Proven supervision competencies with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lead high-performing teams with a focus on collaboration and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall supervision for assigned project processes, including achieving performance metrics for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Drive the application of Lean Manufacturing tools and concepts to achieve measurable and sustainable improvements for assigned project processes.
• Train, mentor, and grow production team members to build a high performing and engaged workforce.
• Supervise manufacturing personnel, ensuring alignment, engagement, development, and retention of talent.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence consistent with RK Mission Critical values.
• Identify opportunities for process efficiency and waste reduction.
• Accountable for the supervision of assigned project processes, including adherence to safety requirements, and standard work operations.
• Coordinate with the Production Manager to provide tactical input on manufacturing support and execution.
• Participate in the development and implementation of manufacturing processes, including hazard analysis, safety procedures, and team member skill assessment.
• Perform these and other comparable related duties as instructed by the management team.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supervision

Lean Manufacturing

Safety regulations

Team leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Process improvement

Urgency and accountability

Job description

RK Industries, LLC (RK) is seeking a Production Supervisor to supervise project processes, drive Lean manufacturing improvements, and develop a skilled, high-performing team on-site. The role emphasizes safety, quality, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have 3+ years in manufacturing plus strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Experience with Lean tools and a safety-focused mindset is valued.