Manufacturing Production Supervisor — Safety and Team Leader

J.B. Poindexter & Co.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Benefits package

401(k) with Company Match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Reading Truck Body in Reading, PA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a production team, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. You will coordinate daily operations, assign work, and optimize staffing to maximize efficiency while fostering a culture of accountability.

You'll train and coach team members, manage performance, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement to meet customer expectations and cost targets.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 3 years leading an hourly skilled trade workforce.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and strong communication skills; willingness to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a production team to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Oversee daily production activities and staffing for optimal efficiency.
• Promote a safety-first culture and address hazards proactively.
• Coach and develop team members to improve performance and accountability.
• Maintain production schedules and ensure quality standards are met.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and waste reduction.
• Monitor KPIs and report on attendance and performance metrics.
• Support interviewing and onboarding of hourly production staff.
• Provide operational support to meet business goals.

Skills

MS Office

Overtime flexibility

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Reading Truck Body in Reading, PA is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a production team, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. You will coordinate daily operations, assign work, and optimize staffing to maximize efficiency while fostering a culture of accountability.

You'll train and coach team members, manage performance, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement to meet customer expectations and cost targets.