Manufacturing Supervisor: Lean Leader, ISO & Safety Focus

OPW Global; Elon (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Health savings account (HSA)

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance and AD&D

Commuter benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

OPW Global is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily operations on the production floor, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards are met. The role involves staffing, supervising a 30+ member team, and implementing lean improvements while maintaining ISO 9001/IATF 16949 compliance.

The supervisor will direct the weekly production schedule, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize costs and performance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years’ supervisory experience.
• Experience with lean continuous improvement tools.
• Proficient in problem solving techniques (5-why, 8D, A3).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct the activities of the production floor to maximize productivity and minimize cost while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Inspect product to verify product standards and specifications are met
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to reduce material and labor costs
• Performs daily safety GEMBA
• Accountable for all aspects of ISO 9001/IATF 16949 compliance
• Provide leadership to 30+ production team, including training, auditing, evaluations, performance discussions, disciplinary actions, career development, employee engagement and morale.
• Execute weekly production schedule continuously improving productivity and efficiency by managing KPIs
• Ensure job-related accidents or injuries are reported and documented timely and take corrective action in an expedient manner

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Multi-tasking under pressure

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

AS400

Shop Floor Plus

Job description

OPW Global is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily operations on the production floor, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity standards are met. The role involves staffing, supervising a 30+ member team, and implementing lean improvements while maintaining ISO 9001/IATF 16949 compliance.

The supervisor will direct the weekly production schedule, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize costs and performance.