Manufacturing Team Leader

Sterling St James LLC; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling St James LLC in Waterloo, Iowa is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. The role supports the Director of Operations and Production Manager, supervising staff, organizing workflow, and upholding safety and quality standards.

You will spend substantial time on hands-on supervision, coaching staff, analyzing production data, and ensuring timely delivery. A strong customer focus, reliable communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office are essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and generate results through others.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a strong customer orientation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft Office understanding.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign personnel to meet production plans and priorities.
• Supervise manufacturing staff and monitor workflow for on-time results.
• Act as quality inspector and safety coordinator for the area.
• Maintain staff development and training opportunities.
• Ensure materials and equipment are ready for production.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment and follow procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

Interpersonal communication

Customer orientation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Production Supervisor ( 1st, 2nd & 3rd shift openings)

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Salary: $75-85K

Job Summary of the Production Supervisor: The Production Supervisor will be part of the manufacturing team in support of the Director of Operations and Production Manager. Manufactures products by supervising staff; organizing and monitoring workflow; acts as a quality inspector; serves as a safety coordinator, material handler, and trainer for the area of responsibility.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Production Supervisor:

• Complete production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.
• Accomplish manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain staff by selecting, orienting, and training employees, and developing personal growth opportunities.
• Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Spends 50% of their time in direct labor in the area of responsibility.
• Identify and anticipate safety and health concerns and hazards by surveying environmental, operational, and occupational conditions.
• Act as the quality inspector for areas of responsibility; maintains quality of service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Ensure that all direct and indirect materials are readily available for production team members to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively.
• Encourage production team members by helping to select, orient, and train employees; developing personal growth opportunities for team members.
• Provide manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data; answer questions and respond to requests.
• Accomplish production team results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and training employees; initiating, coordinating, and ensuring policies and procedures are followed.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Education & Experience of the Production Supervisor:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of Supervisory experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead and generate results through others.
• Ability to perform problem analysis and problem resolution at a functional level.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a strong customer orientation.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills with understanding of Microsoft products.