Production Manager

Terranova Talent Solutions; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Flexible spending account / Health SAV

Job summary

Terranova Talent Solutions is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing floor operations in Lumberton, NC. You will drive safety, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery while developing a strong production team.

You will coach employees, optimize processes, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet production targets and improve productivity. This role emphasizes problem-solving, Lean practices, and reliable floor leadership.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Experience with production scheduling and workflow management.
• Ability to analyze production data and solve operational problems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet schedule, cost, and quality objectives.
• Assign work and manage staffing to hit production targets.
• Monitor output and productivity; take action when goals are at risk.
• Review production, quality, and maintenance reports to identify causes of nonconformance or operational issues.
• Develop and implement operating methods that eliminate problems and improve product quality.
• Communicate daily priorities and expectations clearly to production teams.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Production scheduling

Data analysis

MS Office & ERP

Education

High school diploma or GED

Manufacturing/Industrial Management/Engineering degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead daily operations on our manufacturing floor. This role is responsible for driving safety, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery while developing a strong production team.

The right candidate is a floor leader — someone who enjoys being where the work happens, solving problems in real time, coaching employees, and improving how things get made.

What You'll Do:

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet schedule, cost, and quality objectives
• Assign work and manage staffing to hit production targets
• Monitor output and productivity; take action when goals are at risk
• Review production, quality, and maintenance reports to identify causes of nonconformance or operational issues
• Develop and implement operating methods that eliminate problems and improve product quality
• Communicate daily priorities and expectations clearly to production teams

Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop production employees
• Conduct training and cross-training to build team capability
• Monitor attendance and performance; address issues as they arise
• Foster accountability, teamwork, and a positive work environment

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all safety policies and procedures
• Conduct daily safety observations and toolbox talks
• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions
• Ensure OSHA and company regulations are followed

Quality Management

• Ensure products meet customer and company standards
• Partner with Quality and Customer Service to resolve issues
• Monitor defects and drive corrective actions
• Promote a "right first time" culture
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and material utilization
• Reduce waste, downtime, and rework
• Support Lean Manufacturing and process improvement initiatives
• Participate in cycle counts and inventory accuracy programs

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Shipping, Receiving, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Maintenance, and Customer Service
• Ensure materials, labor, and equipment are available to meet customer requirements
• Communicate production status and challenges proactively

What We're Looking For:

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Experience with production scheduling and workflow management
• Ability to analyze production data and solve operational problems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred

• Education in Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or Engineering
• Maintenance experience, including electrical
• Experience in textile, packaging, converting, printing, sewing, or industrial manufacturing environments
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement programs
• Knowledge of inventory control and cycle counting processes

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and noise levels

How Success Is Measured:

• Safety performance
• On-time production completion
• Scrap and waste reduction
• Inventory accuracy
• Employee development and retention
• 401(k) with 3% match
• Dental, health, vision, and life insurance
• Flexible spending account and health savings account