Manufacturing Team Lead: Lean, Quality & Safety

jabil; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil in Florence, KY is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily production schedules, assign tasks, and lead a diverse team at the CVG200 facility. You will monitor processes, ensure safety, and collaborate with quality, engineering, and maintenance to optimize throughput.

The role emphasizes lean manufacturing, 5S discipline, training staff, and driving continuous improvement to reduce downtime and cost while maintaining high quality and strong team morale.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate's or bachelor's in related field preferred.
• 3–5 years in manufacturing; 1–2 years in supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of lean principles, quality control systems, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production schedules and assign tasks to production team members.
• Monitor production processes and equipment to ensure adherence to quality standards and safety regulations.
• Train and mentor production staff on new procedures, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime and waste.
• Maintain accurate production records, including output, scrap rates, and labor hours.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as quality control, engineering, and maintenance, to optimize production flow.
• Conduct performance reviews for team members and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure a clean and organized work environment in compliance with 5S principles.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Enforce company policies and procedures, including safety guidelines and attendance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Team development

Manufacturing software

Microsoft Office

Lean principles

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Manufacturing software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Jabil in Florence, KY is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily production schedules, assign tasks, and lead a diverse team at the CVG200 facility. You will monitor processes, ensure safety, and collaborate with quality, engineering, and maintenance to optimize throughput.

The role emphasizes lean manufacturing, 5S discipline, training staff, and driving continuous improvement to reduce downtime and cost while maintaining high quality and strong team morale.