Production Supervisor

Marquette Board of Light and Power; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick time

401(k) after six months

Job summary

Shawsheen Coating and Converting in Andover, MA seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily operations on the production floor. You will guide operators, resolve bottlenecks, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time schedules.

Responsibilities include coordinating material flow, tracking production data in the ERP, and mentoring staff. The role offers a strong benefits package and a stable 8-4 schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on leadership in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in coating, converting, web handling, textiles, adhesives, or similar manufacturing is a plus.
• Practical ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, Infor, Epicor or similar).
• Working knowledge of ISO quality systems, product specifications, and production quality checks.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills and ability to resolve day-to-day production issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital production-tracking tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean, organized production environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production across the Coating and Converting Departments to keep work safe, efficient, and on schedule.
• Serve as a go-to resource for operators, helping with job setups, material flow, and bottlenecks.
• Use the ERP system to track job progress, material usage, schedules, and data.
• Coordinate raw materials and finished inventory to reduce downtime and prevent shortages.
• Train, mentor, and support machine operators on safety, quality, and procedures.
• Monitor workflow and report production issues or delays to supervisors and management.
• Follow company safety policies, OSHA guidelines, and PPE requirements.
• Perform quality checks and support iso quality standards.
• Assist with basic mechanical troubleshooting and 5S housekeeping.

Skills

Leadership

ERP systems

ISO quality experience

MS Office

Production-tracking tools

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety focus

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Infor

Epicor

Job description

Shawsheen Coating and Converting seeks an experienced, hands‑on Production Supervisor to join our team in Andover, MA.
If you enjoy leading from the production floor, helping operators solve problems, and keeping people, materials, and equipment moving safely and efficiently, this is an opportunity to take on a key role in Shawsheen's daily manufacturing operations.
The Production Supervisor supports the Coating and Converting Departments, working with supervisors to keep production on schedule, maintain strong safety and quality standards, train team members, and address day‑to‑day production issues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production across the Coating and Converting Departments to keep work safe, efficient, and on schedule.
• Serve as a go‑to resource for operators, helping with job setups, material flow, and production bottlenecks.
• Use the company ERP system to track job progress, material usage, schedules, and production data.
• Help coordinate raw materials and finished inventory to reduce downtime and prevent shortages.
• Train, mentor, and support machine operators on safe procedures, production standards, and quality expectations.
• Monitor workflow and communicate production issues, risks, or delays to supervisors and management.
• Follow and reinforce company safety policies, OSHA guidelines, and PPE requirements.
• Perform quality checks and help ensure products meet customer specifications and ISO quality standards.
• Support basic mechanical troubleshooting, 5S housekeeping, trial runs, new‑product introductions, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer.

• $30-$35 per hour based on experience.
• Full‑time schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
• Excellent benefits package after 60 days, including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and sick time
• 401(k) option after six months

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands‑on leadership or senior‑operator experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in coating, converting, web handling, textiles, adhesives, or similar manufacturing is a plus.
• Practical experience using an ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, Infor, Epicor, or similar manufacturing software.
• Working knowledge of ISO quality systems, product specifications, and production quality checks.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills and the ability to help resolve day‑to‑day production issues.
• Comfort using Microsoft Office and digital production‑tracking tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and maintaining a clean, organized production environment.

About Shawsheen

Shawsheen Coating and Converting, located in Andover, MA, is a fully integrated North American coating and converting manufacturer producing high‑quality coated textiles and tape products using custom coating and advanced adhesive formulations. Shawsheen continues to invest in engineering, in‑house R&D, customized converting, commission and toll coating, and expanded retail tape‑packaging capabilities.
Learn more at bsct.us.