Production Supervisor

IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY; Mansfield (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY seeks a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing operations in Mansfield, Ohio. This role involves overseeing production processes, team management, and maintaining quality standards. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong leadership skills and experience in manufacturing supervision.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Life insurance

Group health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contribution

Generous paid time off package including ten paid holidays/year

Qualifications

• Five+ years working in a manufacturing environment.
• Five+ years in manufacturing supervision or management role.
• Technical literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee scheduling and manufacturing processes for quality.
• Manage production staff and ensure adequate staffing.
• Resolve problems and provide training to personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

ERP systems

Job description

IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, formerly Hyundai Ideal, specializes in the design and manufacture of high-power, specialty electric motors, generators, condensers, switchgear, power systems and controls up to 50 MVA. The company is a globally recognized, leading supplier of low and medium-speed generators for engine, gas, steam, geothermal and hydroelectric installations. Our custom induction, synchronous and permanent magnet motors are found in every application and are built to the highest specifications and all standards.

IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, a proud 122-year-old American-owned electric motor and generator manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our manufacturing operations in Mansfield, Ohio. In an exciting time of growth for American manufacturing and electrification, this critical leadership role offers the opportunity to drive excellence in producing specialty electric machines that power America's most demanding applications.

Reporting to the VP of Operations, our Production Supervisor plays a pivotal role in our complete product lifecycle—from design through delivery. You'll lead a skilled manufacturing team, manage competing priorities, and maintain our unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. This first-shift salaried position is essential to achieving our operational goals while upholding IDEAL's culture of ethics, integrity, and excellence.

We're looking for a highly organized self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments and has the leadership skills to inspire teams to achieve exceptional results. If you're an experienced manufacturing leader looking to make a significant impact at a company that has been American-made since 1903, we want to hear from you. Join us and help build the American IDEAL.

Important Note: This position requires access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN). Candidates must provide proof of US Citizenship, attest that they do not hold dual citizenship, and meet all requirements for accessing regulated information.

IDEAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, a proud 122-year-old American-owned electric motor and generator manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead our manufacturing operations in Mansfield, Ohio. In an exciting time of growth for American manufacturing and electrification, this critical leadership role offers the opportunity to drive excellence in producing specialty electric machines that power America's most demanding applications.

Reporting to the VP of Operations, our Production Supervisor plays a pivotal role in our complete product lifecycle—from design through delivery. You'll lead a skilled manufacturing team, manage competing priorities, and maintain our unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. This first-shift salaried position is essential to achieving our operational goals while upholding IDEAL's culture of ethics, integrity, and excellence.

We're looking for a highly organized self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments and has the leadership skills to inspire teams to achieve exceptional results. If you're an experienced manufacturing leader looking to make a significant impact at a company that has been American-made since 1903, we want to hear from you. Join us and help build the American IDEAL.

Important Note: This position requires access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN). Candidates must provide proof of US Citizenship, attest that they do not hold dual citizenship, and meet all requirements for accessing regulated information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee scheduling and manufacturing processes for efficiency, productivity, and quality of products, to meet customer expectations and to render on-timedeliveries
• Ensure adequate staffing for production needs; manage production/welding staff while maintaining good relations
• Resolve problems and take corrective action
• Provide training, support, direction, & guidance to subordinate personnel to assist with job skill development
• Order production-related parts, tools, and supplies as needed
• Record production activities in the ERP system as required
• Manage inventory control in the ERP system
• Provide maintenance services as needed
• Maintain environmental records for compliance with local, state, and federal agencies
• Support quality and safety initiatives; oversee housekeeping efforts in manufacturing areas

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• High School Diploma or certified equivalent, and/or education obtained through a tech school, college, or related courses
• Five+ years working in a manufacturing environment & five+ years in manufacturing supervision and/or management role.
• Experience working with customers and vendors in a B2B environment
• Teamwork approach with excellent communication skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
• Exceptional attention to detail and time-management skills
• This position frequently utilizes standard office equipment, including phones, computers, and copiers/printers.
• Technical literacy with proficiency in the Microsoft Office 365 suite, project management, and ERP systems
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing maintenance is helpful

WORKING CONDITIONS AND WORK HOURS

• Daily minimum of 8 hours. Weekly 40-hour minimum. Overtime as required, subject to production schedules and may vary based upon specific customer needs
• May be exposed to confined spaces
• Must be willing to work flexible hours and overtime, and occasional weekends, holidays, and nights

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee:

• is regularly required to talk and hear
• is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and enter small and/or confined spaces

• is occasionally required to sit, climb, and/or balance
• must be able to lift 50-75 pounds and to climb ladders and scaffolding to heights of 30 feet with regularity
• must be able to exhibit specific vision abilities required by this job, which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

REQUIREMENTS & DISCLOSURES

• Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
• This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• To meet the NOFORN requirement, candidates will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship, attest that they do not hold dual citizenship, and demonstrate that they are otherwise eligible to access and manage regulated information.
• We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
• IDEAL is a drug-free workplace.

BENEFITS

• Competitive wages based upon skills and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Life insurance
• Group health insurance, including Health Savings Account option
• Dental & vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off package including ten paid holidays/year

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