Modular Manufacturing Leader

Volumetric Building Company

Berwick (ME)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Volumetric Building Companies is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a manufacturing line building volumetric modules in a safe, efficient, and quality-focused environment. You will coach team leads, drive daily targets, and implement continuous improvement using lean methods and data-driven decision making.

Own safety, quality, and documentation standards while developing employees through our Capability Ladder.

Qualifications

Lean production principles and standard work experience.
Experience with volumetric construction processes is a plus.
Education and leadership experience consistent with manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day production activities and achieve line-output targets.
Monitor cycle time against takt-time standards and address bottlenecks.
Ensure modules are built to specification, quality standards, and customer requirements.
Drive first-pass quality and reduce rework through root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations to maintain production flow.
Conduct end-of-shift reviews and communicate production status across shifts.
Ensure travelers are completed accurately and in real time.
Audit traveler packages and ACC documentation for completeness.
Maintain inspection readiness throughout the manufacturing process.
Support third-party inspections, internal audits, and regulatory compliance.
Maintain accurate production records and documentation.
Enforce PPE and all EHS policies without exception.
Lead daily safety briefings and address hazards immediately.
Administer attendance, discipline, and corrective action consistently.
Maintain audit-ready workforce records and documentation.
Lead Team Leads and production employees through coaching, mentoring, communication, and accountability.
Provide structured mentorship and employee development opportunities.
Conduct performance reviews and development discussions.
Develop employees through VBC Capability Ladder programs.
Foster an engaged, inclusive, high-accountability culture.
Utilize production dashboards, ERP/MES systems, and operational metrics.
Apply Lean principles, A3 problem solving, 5 Why analysis, and continuous improvement practices.
Use AI-assisted tools responsibly and validate all recommendations prior to implementation.
Capture operational knowledge and transfer best practices across the workforce.