Production Supervisor

NextDeavor; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDeavor is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day manufacturing operations on a swing shift (10-hour shifts, Mon–Thu). You will supervise a manufacturing team, drive process stability, and partner with Engineering, HR, and cross-functional stakeholders to meet capacity plans and deliver quality and safety improvements.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience, with strong Lean/Kaizen expertise and data-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Materials Process Engineering.
• 3+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Lean/Kaizen experience and practical application.
• Ability to assess department health through data and observation.
• Proven ability to develop individuals and teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct day-to-day production activities in the assigned area.
• Train, mentor, and develop team members with development plans.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and Kaizen events to reduce waste and costs.
• Develop standardized work and ensure process stability.
• Perform root cause analysis and coordinate corrective actions for quality issues.

Skills

Leadership

Lean/Kaizen

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Materials Process Engineering

Job description

### Become a Key Player as a Production SupervisorYou will lead day-to-day production operations to meet customer and organizational requirements, supervising and developing a manufacturing team and driving process stability and continuous improvement. You will work onsite on a swing shift (10-hour shifts, Monday–Thursday) and partner with engineering, HR, and cross-functional stakeholders to launch product, meet capacity plans, and improve quality and safety.### Here's How You'll Make an Impact on the Team- Supervise and direct work activity of team members in the assigned production area- Train, mentor, coach, and develop team members, including creating and executing individual development plans- Delegate work assignments, conduct performance appraisals, and administer disciplinary procedures- Identify continuous improvement opportunities and lead Lean/Kaizen events to reduce waste and costs- Develop and deploy standardized work instructions and ensure process stability- Perform root cause analysis and coordinate corrective actions for quality issues- Perform capacity analysis, determine staffing requirements, and troubleshoot scheduling/material issues- Promote and enforce safety policies; conduct safety investigations and audits- Coordinate new product launches with Engineering and communicate with customers as needed### Here's What You'll Need to Be Successful in This Role- Bachelor's degree in Business, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Materials Process Engineering- 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated leadership abilities- Solid understanding and practical experience with Kaizen and Lean principles- Ability to assess department health through data correlation and direct observation- Demonstrated ability to identify and implement systemic improvement plans- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to propose alternatives beyond historical practice- Knowledge of multiple leadership approaches and ability to apply them to develop individuals and teams- Proficient computer skills and strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills### Pay Range$87,050 - $145,250/year### Ready to Make Your Mark?This role may fill quickly. Submit your resume to be considered.