Production Supervisor

American Woodmark Corp.; Hamlet (NC); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

American Woodmark Corp. is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to oversee daily production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity targets are met while engaging and developing a diverse team.

You will coordinate workflow with maintenance, quality, engineering, and HR, monitor performance metrics, investigate issues, drive Lean initiatives, and maintain accurate records to support continuous improvement and plant objectives.

Formación

• Experience leading manufacturing teams in a high-volume setting.
• Ability to interpret production data and drive improvements.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Knowledge of Lean principles and safety compliance.
• Proficiency with standard office software and MES/ERP systems.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities.
• Meet production schedules while maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Enforce safety policies and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor performance and provide coaching and corrective action.
• Lead shift meetings and communicate goals and updates.
• Investigate production issues, equipment concerns, and defects.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, HR to support objectives.
• Monitor labor utilization, attendance, overtime, and staffing.
• Analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives including Lean manufacturing.
• Maintain accurate production records and timecards.
• Participate in employee development, succession planning, and evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with policies, environmental regulations, and labor laws.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Team Development

Safety Compliance

Manufacturing Knowledge

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in Manufacturing, Business, Engineering

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing software systems

Descripción del empleo

American Woodmark is now part of MasterBrand, the largest residential cabinet manufacturer in North America. Together, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of trusted cabinetry brands and products to homeowners, builders, dealers, and retailers.

At MasterBrand, our purpose is Building Great Experiences Together. For more than 70 years, our products have helped shape the spaces where people live, gather, and make lasting memories.

Position Purpose

The Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily production operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement goals are achieved. This position supervises production team members, coordinates workflow, maintains compliance with company policies and procedures, and drives continuous improvement initiatives throughout the manufacturing process.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of production employees.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards and operational efficiency.
• Promote and enforce all safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor employee performance and provide coaching, training, and corrective action when necessary.
• Conduct shift meetings and communicate production goals, performance expectations, and company updates.
• Investigate and resolve production issues, equipment concerns, and quality defects.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Human Resources, and other departments to support plant objectives.
• Monitor labor utilization, attendance, overtime, and staffing needs.
• Analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and reduce waste.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and problem-solving activities.
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation including timecards daily.
• Participate in employee development, succession planning, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and applicable labor laws.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and employee engagement.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Experience

• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and production systems.
• Ability to motivate and develop employees.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems.
• Ability to analyze production data and performance metrics.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and quality management principles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing plant environment.
• May require overtime, weekend work, or flexible scheduling based on production demands.
• Frequent interaction with employees, management, and cross-functional teams.

Success Factors

A successful Manufacturing Supervisor:

• Demonstrates strong leadership and accountability.
• Maintains a safe and productive work environment.
• Develops and engages employees.
• Consistently achieves production, quality, and safety targets.
• Drives continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Build effective working relationships across departments.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Management reserves the right to modify duties as business needs require.