Production Leader: Operational Excellence & Safety

Gates Corporation; Brandon (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick days

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Gates Corporation in Brandon, SD is seeking a Production Supervisor responsible for directing daily manufacturing activities and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.

The role requires coaching, problem-solving, and a focus on safety and quality, with opportunities to drive process improvements and workforce development. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory or management experience recommended.
• Proven ability to coach, drive accountability, resolve conflicts, and manage performance.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and diagnostic skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct production and assembly teams to meet safety, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Enforce safety protocols and pursue continuous improvement in processes.
• Provide daily guidance, training, and performance feedback to staff.
• Monitor shift performance, productivity, attendance, quality, and housekeeping.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Coaching

Problem solving

Planning

Customer focus

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Gates Corporation in Brandon, SD is seeking a Production Supervisor responsible for directing daily manufacturing activities and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.

The role requires coaching, problem-solving, and a focus on safety and quality, with opportunities to drive process improvements and workforce development. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive benefits.