Production Operations Lead — Lean & Quality

Photofabrication Engineering Inc.; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Photofabrication Engineering Inc. in Milford, MA, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead all assigned production operations and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

You will coach a manufacturing team, manage schedules, monitor metrics, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Maintenance to drive continuous improvement. The role emphasizes training, cross-training, personnel development, and a strong safety culture on the production floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production operations during assigned shift, including Coat, Print, and Wet Floor processes.
• Supervise, coach, and develop production personnel, ensuring effective training and cross-training programs.
• Participate in hiring, performance management, and disciplinary actions for team members.
• Monitor employee attendance, approve timecards, overtime, and PTO.
• Establish, track, and improve productivity metrics for manufacturing equipment and personnel.
• Monitor production schedules to ensure on-time delivery; adjust priorities and workflows as needed.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, participate in Safety Committee activities, and conduct routine audits and floor walks.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Foster a positive, motivated, and accountable team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing

MS Office

Engineering drawings

Problem solving

Communication

English fluency

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Photofabrication Engineering Inc. in Milford, MA, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead all assigned production operations and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

You will coach a manufacturing team, manage schedules, monitor metrics, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Maintenance to drive continuous improvement. The role emphasizes training, cross-training, personnel development, and a strong safety culture on the production floor.