Production Supervisor

Dana Corp; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations in Henderson, KY. You will manage frontline staff, coordinate workflow, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency across shifts.

The role emphasizes coaching, implementing improvements, and ensuring adherence to work standards, with a focus on reducing scrap and increasing plant efficiency. Strong supervisory and problem-solving capabilities are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in manufacturing, management or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ years manufacturing experience preferred.
• 3+ years supervisory experience preferred.
• Forward thinking and self-motivated in continuous improvement production systems.
• Flexibile to work any shift and willing to accept phone calls during off hours.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all employees in your department and manage the flow of production.
• Assure 5S throughout facility.
• Focus on improving product and process capability.
• Able to coach and give disciplinary notices to employees when necessary.
• Liaison to Team Leaders on all Shifts (Coach, Lead, & Direct).
• Actively participate in all aspects of quality control as it relates to daily production.
• Involved in problem solving and corrective actions related to production issues.
• Verify work standards / set up sheets, quality checkpoint sheets and all other production related documents are present at the point of use and up to date and employees follow them.
• Analyze repairs and scrap trends on daily basis and implement immediate and long term corrective actions to achieve yearly scrap goals and plant efficiency
• Monitor vacation/bonus days and attendance of employees in your department
• Update and assess employee-training matrix at all times
• Lead and audit shop floor safety and training for employees in your department

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical aptitude

New product launches

Lean manufacturing

Fast-paced environment

Education

Associate degree in manufacturing or management

Job description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets - passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

The Production Supervisor oversees daily manufacturing operations, ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. This role manages frontline employees, coordinates workflow, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise all employees in your department and manage the flow of production
• Assure 5S throughout facility
• Focus on improving product and process capability
• Able to coach and give disciplinary notices to employees when necessary
• Liaison to Team Leaders on all Shifts (Coach, Lead, & Direct)
• Actively participate in all aspects of quality control as it relates to daily production
• Involved in problem solving and corrective actions related to production issues
• Verify work standards / set up sheets, quality checkpoint sheets and all other production related documents are present at the point of use and up to date and employees follow them.
• Analyze repairs and scrap trends on daily basis and implement immediate and long term corrective actions to achieve yearly scrap goals and plant efficiency
• Monitor vacation/bonus days and attendance of employees in your department
• Update and assess employee-training matrix at all times
• Lead and audit shop floor safety and training for employees in your department

Education and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate degree in manufacturing, management or equivalent preferred
• 5+ years manufacturing experience preferred
• 3+ years supervisory experience preferred
• Forward thinking and self-motivated in continuous improvement production systems
• Flexibile to work any shift and willing to accept phone calls during off hours

Skills

• Solution orientated with the ability to investigate and analyze data for problem solving
• Project Management skills and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to think and act cross-functionally
• Basic mechanical aptitude with strong attention to detail focus
• Ability to work in a fast paced, highly complex setting
• New Product Launch experience preferred
• Lean Manufacturing experience

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.