Plant Production Supervisor

jci; Albany (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

On-the-job training

LEAN culture & safety focus

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Albany, MO is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead a dedicated team on the 2nd shift, ensuring daily production goals, safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will direct workflow, manage costs, collaborate with engineering on improvements, and maintain records while applying LEAN tools like VSM, SMED, 5S and Kaizen to drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• University degree or 2-year degree with experience is required.
• Experience as a Production Supervisor in manufacturing.
• 2nd shift availability (3pm-1am with Friday OT).

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise the workgroup to meet daily production schedules.
• Control costs by minimizing scrap and rework.
• Collaborate with engineering to implement cost-reduction improvements.
• Provide technical assistance for equipment issues and expedite repairs.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure policy compliance.
• Maintain production and employee records.
• Apply LEAN tools (VSM, SMED, 5S, TPM, Kaizen) to drive improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

MS Office Suite

Production supervision

Education

University degree

2 year degree

Tools

LEAN tools (VSM/SMED/5S)

MS Office Suite

Job description

About Us

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Location: Albany, MO

2nd Shift Hours: Mon-Thur – 3:30PM-1AM with required Friday OT as needed

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where every voice and idea is valued – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer

• Competitive salary and bonus

• Paid vacation 15 days to start with additional paid holidays and sick time

• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care – available day one

• On-the-job/cross-training opportunities

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

Are you a hands‑on Production Supervisor who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about safety and continuous improvement? This is a great opportunity to lead a dedicated team in our Albany, MO plant, driving daily production goals while fostering a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.

You will be accountable for directing the activities of a work team to meet daily production schedules in the assembly / fabrication of sub‑assemblies, parts, or units within an assigned area while upholding a strong commitment to production goals, efficiency, quality, and safety standards.

How you will do it

• Facilitate and direct team members’ workflow within the assigned department, including distributing work, disseminating information, assigning team members for absences, answering questions, and resolving problems within the work unit.

• Control costs within budget levels by minimizing scrap and rework costs.

• Anticipate and react to production problems or delays, material shortages, and equipment malfunctions.

• Provide technical assistance for equipment malfunctions and expedite repairs.

• Collaborate with engineering to implement improvements in cost reduction, work simplification, production scheduling, and labor planning.

• Supervise, evaluate, and train the workgroup. Assist in accident investigation and corrective action.

• Promote a safe work environment and ensure employees follow all safety policies.

• Maintain accurate production and employee records.

• Ensure fair and consistent application of all company policies and procedures.

• Apply LEAN tools to measure and enhance the department's Key Business Drivers (i.e., VSM, SMED, 5S, TPM, Kaizen, etc.).

What we look for

Required:

• University degree and 1 year suggested minimum experience, or 2 year degree and 6 years suggested minimum experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Previous experience as a Production Supervisor in a manufacturing environment.

• Availability to work 2nd shift (3pm - 1am - Mon-Thursday as well as Friday as an overtime day)

• Proficiency using MS Office Suite

Preferred:

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience utilizing Lean tools to measure and improve the department's Key Business Drivers (i.e., VSM, SMED, 5S, TPM, Kaizen, etc.)

Hiring Salary Range
$67,900.00 - 101,900.00 USD Annual (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, location and alignment with market data.)This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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