Production Supervisor

Eaeusa; Adairsville (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

EAE USA in Adairsville, GA is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor for 1st Shift to lead daily manufacturing operations. This role focuses on safety, quality, and on-time delivery in a daytime, fast-paced environment.

You will supervise first-shift assembly of busway systems and tap-off boxes, drive standard work, coach staff, and coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, and Scheduling to maintain flow.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years as Production Supervisor or Lead, preferably on a day shift.
• Experience supervising assembly teams in electrical, electromechanical, panel, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of safety enforcement, quality standards, and daily production control.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Comfortable using production tracking tools and ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee first-shift assembly operations to meet production targets.
• Lead daily safety talks and enforce OSHA and company safety standards.
• Monitor quality and coordinate with Quality for corrective actions.
• Maintain standardized work, 5S, and Lean practices on the shop floor.
• Coordinate labor and equipment with maintenance to address issues promptly.

Skills

Production supervision

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

ERP/MRP

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

OSHA training

Technical or associate degree preferred

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Production tracking tools

Job description

Role Summary

EAE USA is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor - 1st Shift to lead daily manufacturing operations at our growing Adairsville facility. This role is ideal for a strong floor leader who thrives in a daytime, fast-paced production environment and can effectively supervise teams while driving safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The Production Supervisor will oversee first-shift assembly operations for our proprietary busway systems and tap-off boxes, ensuring production goals are met while maintaining EAE USA's high standards for safety and workmanship.

Shift: 1st Shift (Day Shift)

Location: Adairsville, GA

Key ResponsibilitiesProduction Floor Supervision & Execution (70%)

• 1st Shift Production Oversight: Supervise production technicians and assembly leads during first-shift operations to ensure daily schedules, staffing plans, and production targets are met.
• Safety Leadership: Lead daily safety talks, enforce safety procedures, and ensure compliance with OSHA and EAE USA safety standards throughout the shift.
• Quality & Workmanship: Monitor assembly processes and finished product quality; address issues in real time and coordinate with Quality for corrective actions.
• Lean & Process Discipline: Ensure adherence to standardized work, 5S, and Lean practices to maintain an efficient and organized shop floor.
• Labor & Equipment Coordination: Assign daily work, balance labor across workstations, and coordinate with maintenance to address equipment or tooling issues promptly.

Team Leadership & Development (20%)

• Training & Onboarding: Train new hires and cross-train existing employees on first-shift processes, safety expectations, and quality standards.
• Performance Coaching: Provide daily feedback, coaching, and corrective guidance to support productivity and skill development.
• Shift Communication: Conduct start-of-shift huddles and end-of-shift handoffs to communicate priorities, performance, and issues.
• Employee Engagement: Promote accountability, teamwork, and positive morale during first-shift operations.

Operational Support & Coordination (10%)

• Daily Reporting: Complete first-shift production, safety, and quality reports; communicate results and concerns to management.
• Cross-Functional Support: Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Materials, and Scheduling teams to support production flow and address constraints.
• Issue Escalation: Identify and escalation production risks, delays, or safety concerns with clear, timely information.

QualificationsRequired Skills & Experience

• 3-5+ years of experience as a Production Supervisor or Lead, preferably on a day shift.
• Experience supervising assembly teams in electrical, electromechanical, panel, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of safety enforcement, quality standards, and daily production control.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Comfortable using production tracking tools and ERP/MRP systems.

Education & Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or associate degree preferred.
• OSHA training or hands-on experience enforcing industrial safety standards required.

Key Attributes for Success

• Visible, hands-on leader during first-shift operations.
• Strong communicator who sets clear daily expectations.
• Organized and proactive with time and labor management.
• Calm, solutions-focused approach to daily production challenges.