Production Supervisor

Royal (a MacLean Power Systems Company); Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal (a MacLean Power Systems Company) is seeking a experienced manufacturing leader to oversee production operations on a designated shift, driving efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement.

You will mentor a frontline team, analyze metrics, coordinate with maintenance, engineering, and supply chain, and ensure 5S practices, safety, and compliance through audits and training.

Qualifications

• Accreditation from a recognized technical school or skilled trades program, plus 7+ years in manufacturing.
• Proven track record leading diverse teams and managing complex operations autonomously.
• Authority to hire, coach, and discipline staff with focus on talent development.

Responsibilities

• Lead a production team and drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Identify challenges and implement solutions to boost productivity.
• Analyze production metrics and adjust processes to meet schedules and quality goals.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and supply chain to resolve issues.
• Ensure accurate, timely documentation and compliance audits.
• Promote 5S and maintain a safety-focused environment with audits and training.
• Ensure team compliance with Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies; train as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Team leadership

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Technical school or skilled trades accreditation

Job description

Job Summary

Leads and optimizes manufacturing production operations within an assigned area during a designated shift, ensuring high efficiency and adherence to quality standards.

Job Duties

• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of production workers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Proactively identify operational challenges and implement strategic solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Analyze production metrics and output in assigned areas, adjusting processes as necessary to meet or exceed established schedules and quality goals.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless operations and timely resolution of issues.
• Ensure all necessary documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner, including performance reports and compliance audits.
• Champion 5S standards and promote a safe working environment by conducting regular audits and training sessions for staff.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and ensure team compliance with Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies, conducting training as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Demonstrated expert knowledge of advanced manufacturing processes, techniques, and best practices.
• Proven track record of successfully leading diverse teams and managing complex operations with a high degree of autonomy.
• Authority in personnel decisions, including hiring, performance management, and disciplinary actions, with a focus on developing talent within the team.
• Accreditation from a recognized technical school or skilled trades program, along with 7+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment.

Competencies/ Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Exceptional ability to work collaboratively and motivate teams towards common goals.
• Proficient in data analysis and strategic problem-solving to drive operational improvements.
• Advanced project management skills, with experience in planning, executing, and overseeing production initiatives.