Press Production Supervisor — Lean Manufacturing Leader

Challenge Mfg. Holdings, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing, a leading tier 1 metal assembly supplier, seeks an on-site supervisor in Kansas City, MO for a Z shift. You will oversee department operations, ensure ISO/TS-16949 compliance, coach crews, and optimize quality and delivery with up to 30 staff.

ESOP participation is a valued benefit. The role requires lean methods knowledge, strong leadership, and hands-on execution to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Manuf background in metal, stamping or assembly.
• Auto industry experience preferred.
• Hands-on supervisor for up to 30 employees.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Just-in-time.
• 2+ years as machine operator preferred.
• Good math and organizational skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong leadership ability.
• Willingness to work the Z shift (5:00 PM–5:00 AM Fri–Sun).

Responsibilities

• Oversee department operations incl. quality, delivery, labor cost, material usage, and inventory accuracy.
• Prior to shift, arrange a job lineup to meet customer requirements.
• Consider available material, equipment and manpower.
• Review work orders with staff to ensure forms are filled correctly.
• Review work at every phase to ensure quality.
• Complete daily attendance sheets.
• Review ship lists and schedules with office staff.
• Ensure plant activities comply with ISO/TS-16949 standards.
• Provide coaching to meet productivity, quality and delivery goals.
• Comply with Quality/Environmental procedures applicable to daily work.
• Oversee manufacturing operations; coordinate workflow with managers and forepersons.
• Handle disciplinary concerns in coordination with HR.
• Address quality, receiving and shipping issues as they arise.
• Ensure proper handling and labeling of incoming/outgoing material.
• Experience with setting up or operating presses is a plus.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Just-in-time

Leadership

People Management

Mathematics

Organizational Skills

Computer Skills

Supervisory Experience

Communication

Tools

Press Equipment

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing, a leading tier 1 metal assembly supplier, seeks an on-site supervisor in Kansas City, MO for a Z shift. You will oversee department operations, ensure ISO/TS-16949 compliance, coach crews, and optimize quality and delivery with up to 30 staff.

ESOP participation is a valued benefit. The role requires lean methods knowledge, strong leadership, and hands-on execution to meet production goals.