Production Lead Supervisor

Leonard; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonard is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a production team in daily manufacturing operations. The role combines hands-on participation with supervisory duties, ensuring schedules are met, quality standards are maintained, and safety is prioritized.

You will train and guide employees, coordinate workloads, monitor performance, and address delays or equipment issues to keep production running smoothly. This on-site position requires strong leadership and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or production environments with supervisory duties.
• Previous leadership or team supervisory roles preferred.
• Strong focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in daily production activities and supervise the team.
• Coordinate workloads, assign tasks, and adjust priorities to meet goals.
• Train, coach, and provide guidance to improve performance.
• Ensure production follows recipes, specs, and quality standards.
• Monitor materials, inventory, and waste; report shortages or discrepancies.
• Address delays, equipment issues, quality concerns, and inefficiencies.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and accurate production records.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures; escalate disciplinary matters when needed.
• Communicate updates and staffing needs to management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Tools

Production equipment

Job description

Position SummaryThe Production Supervisor is a hands-on leadership position responsible for working alongside production team members while overseeing daily production operations. This individual is expected to actively participate in production activities while providing direction, training, and support to employees. The Production Supervisor ensures production schedules are met, products maintain quality standards, and employees work safely and efficiently. This position requires balancing daily production responsibilities with supervisory duties to maintain an organized, productive, and accountable work environment.Key ResponsibilitiesActively participate in daily production activities, including mixing, filling, packaging, labeling, and preparing products for distribution.Supervise and work alongside production employees to ensure daily production goals and deadlines are met.Coordinate daily workloads, assign tasks, and adjust priorities based on production needs.Monitor employee productivity, attendance, performance, and adherence to company policies and procedures.Train, coach, and provide ongoing guidance to production team members to improve performance and efficiency.Ensure products are manufactured according to established recipes, specifications, and quality standards.Verify proper handling, measuring, mixing, labeling, and packaging of products.Monitor raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods inventory, communicating shortages or discrepancies as needed.Identify and address production delays, equipment issues, quality concerns, and workflow inefficiencies.Ensure production equipment and work areas are properly cleaned, maintained, and organized.Maintain accurate production records, including production quantities, material usage, and waste.Enforce company safety policies, sanitation procedures, and applicable food safety standards.Address employee concerns and performance issues, escalating disciplinary matters to management when appropriate.Identify opportunities to improve production processes, reduce waste, and increase overall efficiency.Communicate production updates, staffing needs, and operational concerns to management.Perform additional duties as assigned.QualificationsPrevious experience in manufacturing, production, or a related environment required.Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.Ability to lead employees while actively performing production duties.Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.Ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced environment.Knowledge of production equipment, inventory procedures, and workplace safety practices.Ability to hold team members accountable while maintaining a positive work environment.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull production materials up to 50lbs.Ability to perform repetitive movements and physically demanding production tasks.Ability to safely operate production equipment and work in a manufacturing environment.Leadership ExpectationsThe Production Supervisor is expected to lead by example by maintaining the same work standards and responsibilities expected of production team members. This position requires an individual who is willing to work alongside employees, assist wherever needed, and take ownership of the department's daily performance.