Production Supervisor

Grover Corporation; Glendale (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Grover Corporation is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead a manufacturing team and ensure smooth operations in a fast-paced environment. You will oversee daily production activities, maintain workflows, and drive safety, quality, and productivity improvements.

The role emphasises strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving to meet deadlines and optimize performance. Join a facilities-focused team dedicated to consistent results and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or in a similar leadership role in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Experience with automated production systems or machinery preferred.
• Knowledge of quality control and continuous improvement methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of production workers, providing guidance and support to ensure effective performance.
• Coordinate and monitor daily production activities to ensure production schedules and quality standards are met.
• Implement and maintain production workflows, ensuring efficient use of materials, equipment, and labor.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times.
• Track the training of staff in production procedures, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Perform regular inspections of production equipment and machinery, coordinating with the maintenance team for repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Ensure the timely availability of materials and supplies.
• Address and resolve any production issues or employee concerns, escalating when necessary.
• Identify areas for improvement, use root cause analysis tools, and implement corrective actions to optimize productivity and reduce downtime.
• Ensure product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and enforcing quality control standards.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., maintenance, quality control, and logistics) to ensure smooth production flow and resolve any cross-departmental issues.
• Manage and approve employee timecards, administer attendance occurrences points, and address timecards issues as needed.
• Coordinate with Human Resources to handle employee discipline providing guidance and correction as needed to maintain a productive and efficient work environment.
• Perform a first piece inspection, and complete in‑process inspections as needed.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and wear protective gear while on the shop floor.
• Participate in daily production meetings to align priorities and address issues.
• Ensure daily cell production goals are met.
• Ability to follow and understand company policies and core values.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Production processes

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office

Tools

Production management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Do You Enjoy Employee Engagement, Leading Teams, and Holding People Accountable?

Are you the kind of leader who thrives on building strong teams, creating a positive work environment, and driving results? Do you enjoy motivating employees, coaching performance, solving problems, and making sure goals are met?

At Grover Corporation, we’re looking for a hands‑on Production Supervisor who can lead by example, inspire employees, and keep operations running smoothly in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• · Supervise and lead a team of production workers, providing guidance and support to ensure effective performance.
• · Coordinate and monitor daily production activities to ensure production schedules and quality standards are met.
• · Implement and maintain production workflows, ensuring efficient use of materials, equipment, and labor.
• · Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times.
• · Track the training of staff in production procedures, safety protocols, and company policies.
• · Perform regular inspections of production equipment and machinery, coordinating with the maintenance team for repairs and maintenance as needed.
• · Ensure the timely availability of materials and supplies.
• · Address and resolve any production issues or employee concerns, escalating when necessary.
• · Identify areas for improvement, use root cause analysis tools, and implement corrective actions to optimize productivity and reduce downtime.
• · Ensure product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and enforcing quality control standards.
• · Collaborate with other departments (e.g., maintenance, quality control, and logistics) to ensure smooth production flow and resolve any cross-departmental issues.
• · Manage and approve employee timecards, administer attendance occurrences points, and address timecards issues as needed.
• · Coordinate with Human Resources to handle employee discipline providing guidance and correction as needed to maintain a productive and efficient work environment.
• · Perform a first piece inspection, and complete in‑process inspections as needed.
• · Adhere to all safety protocols and wear protective gear while on the shop floor.
• · Participate in daily production meetings to align priorities and address issues.
• · Ensure daily cell production goals are met.
• · Ability to follow and understand company policies and core values.
• · Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Skill Required

• · Proven experience as a Production Supervisor or in a similar leadership role in a manufacturing environment.
• · Strong understanding of production processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
• · Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• · Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
• · Proficient in using production management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• · Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• · Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• · Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification preferred.
• · Experience with automated production systems or machinery preferred.
• · Knowledge of quality control and continuous improvement methodologies preferred.

Physical Requirements

• A 40+ hour work week, 10-hour shifts (Monday through Thursday).
• Overtime may be required as needed to meet production demands, including working Fridays and/or Saturdays.
• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time as needed, including anything over 50 pounds with assistance (team lift).
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, sometimes noisy environment.