Plant Production Supervisor - Lean Ops & Team Lead

Veridos GmbH; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Veridos GmbH in the United States seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee plant production performance, drive efficiencies, and ensure quality and timely execution. The role involves guiding a team, coordinating cross‑department activities, and aligning with budgeted plans to improve profitability.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing, strong leadership, Lean and quality knowledge, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a manufacturing plant environment.
• 2+ years in manufacturing/operations leadership.
• Knowledge of engineering, manufacturing practices, logistics, safety, quality, purchasing and materials management.
• Customer-focused team player with excellent communication, strong problem solving and organizational skills.
• Understanding of Lean manufacturing and Quality standards.
• Leadership skills aligned with company objectives.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication; able to work with all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• High standards of personal integrity.
• Willingness to work extended hours, including Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues within the production departments.
• Supervise plant operations for assigned production department(s).
• Coordinate production activities with other department supervisors to meet objectives cost-effectively.
• Maintain production reports to monitor and control profits, plans, and budget.
• Establish and monitor performance for production and quality standards.
• Control and minimize labor overtime through planning and scheduling of work.
• Review and analyze production quality control with Quality team to address issues.
• Confer with management to revise production schedules due to equipment failures or operating problems.
• Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among personnel.
• Provide direction, development and leadership to production team.
• Coordinate staffing needs with Plant Manager to cover peak periods.
• Address performance issues with Human Resources as needed.
• Lead, motivate, coach and direct team members.
• Communicate compliance on policies, procedures, processes and company information.
• Maintain accountability to meet plan hours/cost and project profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Veridos GmbH in the United States seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee plant production performance, drive efficiencies, and ensure quality and timely execution. The role involves guiding a team, coordinating cross‑department activities, and aligning with budgeted plans to improve profitability.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing, strong leadership, Lean and quality knowledge, and excellent communication.