Manufacturing Supervisor

Fill-Rite; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fill-Rite is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee CNC machining and assembly operations on the production floor. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will coach and develop exempt and non-exempt staff, plan staffing and schedules, and drive continuous improvement using standard work, 5S, Kanban, and value-stream mapping. On-site role with strong collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Five or more years of manufacturing operations experience.
• At least three years of leadership experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting or leading CNC machining and assembly operations.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Strong coaching, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily CNC machining and assembly operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Supervise, coach, train, and evaluate exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Plan work schedules, staffing, assignments, and production sequences based on customer demand and available resources.
• Spend approximately 90% of working time on the manufacturing floor, supporting employees and operations.
• Monitor production performance, inventory levels, labor utilization, and product quality.
• Review production schedules, work orders, reports, and operating data to identify issues and improve results.
• Maintain accurate production and personnel records.
• Implement and consistently apply company policies, work rules, and safety and environmental requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement activities using tools such as standard work, 5S, Kanban, value-stream mapping, and practical problem-solving.
• Identify production concerns and work with the team to develop effective solutions.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Materials, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to improve manufacturing performance.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CNC machining

Job description

Fill-Rite is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee CNC machining and assembly operations. This position provides hands-on leadership to both exempt and non-exempt employees and is responsible for building a safe, engaged, and high-performing team.

The ideal candidate is a strong manufacturing leader who enjoys being on the production floor, developing employees, solving problems, and improving operational performance.

• Lead daily CNC machining and assembly operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Supervise, coach, train, and evaluate exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Plan work schedules, staffing, assignments, and production sequences based on customer demand and available resources.
• Spend approximately 90% of working time on the manufacturing floor, supporting employees and operations.

Operational Performance

• Monitor production performance, inventory levels, labor utilization, and product quality.
• Review production schedules, work orders, reports, and operating data to identify issues and improve results.
• Maintain accurate production and personnel records.
• Implement and consistently apply company policies, work rules, and safety and environmental requirements.
• Lead continuous improvement activities using tools such as standard work, 5S, Kanban, value-stream mapping, and practical problem-solving.
• Identify production concerns and work with the team to develop effective solutions.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Materials, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to improve manufacturing performance.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Five or more years of manufacturing operations experience.
• At least three years of leadership experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting or leading CNC machining and assembly operations.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise both exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Strong coaching, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

What Makes You Successful

• A hands-on leader who enjoys working directly with employees on the manufacturing floor.
• Comfortable leading both professional and hourly employees.
• Able to set clear expectations and hold employees accountable while providing coaching and development.
• Organized and able to balance production priorities, staffing, and customer requirements.
• A practical problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Focused on safety, quality, teamwork, and achieving results.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position works on-site in a manufacturing environment and requires regular interaction with employees and equipment on the production floor.

• Remain on their feet for extended periods.
• Occasionally lift up to 35 pounds.
• Maneuver around, under, and near factory machinery.
• Work in a manufacturing environment where there may be exposure to fuel, mineral spirits, adhesives, paint, sealants, and related fumes.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader to make a direct impact on both our people and our operations. You'll lead CNC machining and assembly teams while helping improve safety, quality, productivity, and overall manufacturing performance.