Production Supervisor

Jobot; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stable environment

Leadership opportunities

Collaborative culture

Career growth

Benefits package

Safety-focused workplace

Process improvements impact

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Blending Supervisor to oversee daily blending operations in a Greensboro manufacturing facility. You will lead production personnel, coordinate blending activities, ensure quality standards, and promote safe work practices while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has hands-on leadership in manufacturing with problem-solving skills and the ability to motivate and develop employees for efficient, compliant production processes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical degree or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing, blending, chemical, lubricants, or process-driven environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and team-building skills.
• Ability to interpret production data and make sound operational decisions.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily blending and production activities to meet operational goals.
• Assign work, monitor workflow, and maintain production and labor records.
• Oversee raw material and fluid inventory utilization to maximize storage and operational efficiency.
• Ensure all blending, testing, and production activities meet established quality standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop production team members through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions that increase efficiency and productivity.
• Develop, update, and enforce standard operating procedures.
• Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, quality requirements, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with leadership to achieve operational objectives and support plant performance goals.
• Troubleshoot production challenges and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Team-building

Data interpretation

Education

Associate degree or technical degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Forklift certification

Job description

Lead the blending operation, drive continuous improvement, and build a high-performing team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a growing manufacturing organization committed to producing high-quality industrial and specialty fluid products for customers across multiple industries. Our success is built on operational excellence, workplace safety, continuous improvement, and a team-first culture. We invest in our employees and empower leaders to make a measurable impact on productivity, quality, and workplace performance.

Why join us

• Competitive salary ranging from $65,000 to $80,000
• Stable, established manufacturing environment
• Leadership opportunity with direct influence over operations and team development
• Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Safety-focused workplace
• Opportunity to drive process improvements that impact production, quality, and efficiency

Job Details

We are seeking a Blending Supervisor to oversee daily blending operations within a manufacturing facility. This position is responsible for leading production personnel, coordinating blending activities, ensuring quality standards are met, promoting safe work practices, and driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the operation.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a strong manufacturing background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to motivate and develop employees while maintaining efficient and compliant production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily blending and production activities to meet operational goals
• Assign work, monitor workflow, and maintain production and labor records
• Oversee raw material and fluid inventory utilization to maximize storage and operational efficiency
• Ensure all blending, testing, and production activities meet established quality standards
• Supervise, mentor, and develop production team members through coaching, training, and performance management
• Promote a positive, accountable, and safety-focused work environment
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions that increase efficiency and productivity
• Develop, update, and enforce standard operating procedures
• Champion lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, quality requirements, and safety regulations
• Collaborate with leadership to achieve operational objectives and support plant performance goals
• Troubleshoot production challenges and coordinate appropriate corrective actions

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical degree, or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing, blending, chemical, lubricants, or process-driven environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities
• Experience with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong communication and team-building skills
• Ability to interpret production data and make sound operational decisions
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification preferred

Preferred Background

• Manufacturing supervision
• Chemical processing or blending operations
• Industrial fluids, lubricants, coatings, or related process industries
• Production scheduling and workforce management
• Quality systems and process controls
• Continuous improvement initiatives

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.