Production Supervisor

Professional Search Group, LLC; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing recruitment firm is seeking a Production Supervisor in Gary, Indiana. In this role, you will lead daily operations in the Thermoforming and Extrusion departments, ensuring safety, quality standards, and production goals are met. The ideal candidate will have plastics manufacturing experience, strong leadership abilities, and 5+ years in a manufacturing or plastics role. Join a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of manufacturing or plastics industry experience preferred.
• Plastics manufacturing experience required.
• Thermoforming experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support shift production employees and equipment.
• Ensure production schedules and targets are achieved.
• Monitor product quality and troubleshoot production issues.
• Optimize machine performance and reduce scrap.
• Assist operators with resolving production and quality challenges.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Job description

Production Supervisor

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily operations within the Thermoforming and Extrusion departments. This role is responsible for overseeing production employees, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, and driving efficient operations to meet production goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and support shift production employees and equipment
• Ensure production schedules and targets are achieved
• Monitor product quality and troubleshoot production issues
• Optimize machine performance and reduce scrap
• Assist operators with resolving production and quality challenges
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, and efficiency

Qualifications

• Plastics manufacturing experience required
• Thermoforming experience preferred
• 5+ years of manufacturing or plastics industry experience preferred
• Strong leadership, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

If you enjoy leading teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.