Production Lead - Lean Ops, Gemba & Team Leadership

Aerovent; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerovent is seeking a production supervisor to lead a team of operators in our manufacturing facility in Aberdeen, SD. You will drive continuous improvement, establish standard work, and ensure a safe, efficient value stream.

You will train staff, manage scheduling, and partner with quality, engineering, and maintenance to resolve issues promptly. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or lead experience in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with ISO9001 requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Meticulous record-keeping and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of operators to meet production targets.
• Drive continuous improvement in the value stream.
• Develop and enforce standard work and work instructions.
• Train operators and ensure compliance with processes.
• Plan, assign, and direct work; evaluate performance.
• Coordinate with quality, engineering, and maintenance to resolve issues.
• Maintain 5S in the work area and ensure safety.
• Prepare daily metrics and production reports.
• Conduct annual performance reviews for operators.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Team coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Continuous improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Aerovent is seeking a production supervisor to lead a team of operators in our manufacturing facility in Aberdeen, SD. You will drive continuous improvement, establish standard work, and ensure a safe, efficient value stream.

You will train staff, manage scheduling, and partner with quality, engineering, and maintenance to resolve issues promptly. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.