Production Supervisor

Inox Solar Americas LLC; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Inox Solar Americas LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor in Greenville, NC to lead the manufacturing team, oversee daily production activities, maintain safety and quality, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced solar production environment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with assembly processes, safety protocols, and lean principles, with a strong focus on efficiency and cost control.

Qualifications

• Must manage production operations in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership to supervise and mentor a team.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and safety standards.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings and process specs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily manufacturing activities on the production floor, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
• Develop the department's work plan and objectives according to the company's overall planning and objectives, and implement the plans.
• Organize the implementation of the production plan to ensure that the objectives are achieved.
• Responsible for the quality control during the production process, monitor the quality during the production operation from time to time to ensure the qualified rate of finished products.
• Manage assembly line operations, coordinating tasks among team members to optimize workflow and productivity.
• Interpret technical drawings, manufacturing documents, and process specifications to guide assembly and production tasks.
• Lead process improvement initiatives by analyzing workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing lean manufacturing practices.
• Train, mentor, and manage production or assembly teams to maintain high performance levels while fostering a safety-conscious culture.

Skills

Production management

Team leadership

Safety protocols

Lean manufacturing

Process troubleshooting

Planning

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree or above in science and engineering related disciplines

Job description

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Production Management Full Time Greenville, NC, US

26 days ago Requisition ID: 1021

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Production Supervisor to lead our manufacturing team and ensure seamless production operations. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily factory activities, coordinate with team members, and uphold safety and quality standards. Your leadership will drive process efficiency, foster a safety-first environment, and promote continuous improvement initiatives. If you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing settings and possess strong mechanical and technical skills, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact on our production excellence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily manufacturing activities on the production floor, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
• Develop the department's work plan and objectives according to the company's overall planning and objectives, and implement the plans.
• Organize the implementation of the production plan to ensure that the objectives are achieved.
• Responsible for the quality control during the production process, monitor the quality during the production operation from time to time to ensure the qualified rate of finished products.
• Manage assembly line operations, coordinating tasks among team members to optimize workflow and productivity.
• Utilize forklifts and other power tools safely for material handling, inventory movement, and equipment setup.
• Interpret technical drawings, manufacturing documents, and process specifications to guide assembly and production tasks.
• Conduct regular inspections using measuring instruments and mechanical knowledge to verify product dimensions and quality.
• Responsible for the overall control of production costs, monitoring the use of production materials.
• Lead process improvement initiatives by analyzing workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing lean manufacturing practices.
• Train, mentor, and manage production or assembly teams to maintain high performance levels while fostering a safety-conscious culture.
• Ensure manual handling procedures are followed correctly during heavy lifting or material transport activities.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, safety incidents, and equipment maintenance logs for compliance purposes.

Experience

• Proven factory experience in a manufacturing environment with hands-on knowledge of assembly processes.
• Demonstrated ability to operate forklifts, power tools, hand tools, and measuring instruments proficiently.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, manufacturing documents, and technical specifications.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with familiarity in mechanical assembly and process troubleshooting.
• Background in managing production or assembly teams within a manufacturing management setting.
• Knowledge of safety standards in production environments along with experience implementing safety protocols.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles aimed at reducing waste and improving efficiency.
• Warehouse experience is advantageous for understanding inventory control and logistics coordination.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

Education:

• Associate’s degree or above in science and engineering related disciplines

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in production management in solar industry, of which 3+ years of experience in an equivalent position.
• Have production management concepts and practical production management experience, with strong management skills in standard working hours, cost control, production site management, production safety, etc.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Familiar with PV cell or module production process, process standards of each process, trouble shooting and key control points.
• Skilled in the application of IE, JIT and other scientific management techniques, with a certain degree of planning ability; strong planning ability, good thinking, good communication and coordination skills, organizational skills and innovation ability.