Production Supervisor

Powerex; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Powerex in Mount Juliet, Tennessee is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor to lead day-to-day functions in overseeing production employees and ensuring quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Operations or Management, prior supervisory experience in manufacturing, and the ability to motivate a team of up to 30. Responsibilities include planning work schedules, enforcing safety standards, and collaborating with engineering and supply chain departments. This role offers a dynamic work environment straddling both manufacturing and office settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree necessary to fulfill supervisory role.
• Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams up to 30 employees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and motivate production employees to meet goals.
• Plan and assign work to achieve production objectives.
• Monitor performance, analyze data, and report results.
• Enforce quality standards and maintain a safe work environment.
• Recruit and evaluate employees, manage performance issues.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Manufacturing concepts knowledge

Data analysis

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Management, or related field

Job description

About Powerex

Come join Powerex, an industry leading provider of oil free compressed air and vacuum technology, where engineering excellence, innovation, and customer impact drive everything we do.

Powerex designs and builds oil free compressed air and vacuum systems used in environments where performance matters most, from hospitals and laboratories to transit systems, and advanced manufacturing operations. For more than three decades, our teams of engineers, technicians, and manufacturing professionals have partnered with customers to solve complex technical challenges and deliver highly reliable, application‑driven solutions.

As part of Marmon and Berkshire Hathaway, Powerex offers the stability of a well‑capitalized organization combined with the agility of a growing business. Employees have the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects, develop technical expertise, and build long‑term careers while contributing to systems that support critical infrastructure across multiple industries.

Summary

Directs the day‑to‑day functions of Powerex Manufacturing Operations by supervising, directing, and motivating staff. Organizes and monitors workflow to ensure all efficiency and quality goals have been met.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, motivate, and develop production employees to meet operational and quality objectives.
• Plan, schedule, and assign work to meet production goals and delivery commitments.
• Monitor production performance, analyze data, and report operational results.
• Enforce quality standards and ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
• Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate employees, including performance management and corrective action when necessary.
• Identify and resolve production issues, personnel concerns, and process inefficiencies.
• Review and correct manufacturing routers, bills of material, and assembly drawings as needed.
• Drive cost improvement initiatives and continuous process improvements.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, supply chain, and other departments to support company objectives.
• Other duties can be assigned as needed.

Eligibility Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Management, or a related field.
• Prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams of up to 30 employees.
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts and production workflows.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team.
• Willingness to work additional hours, including Saturdays.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Split time between manufacturing floor and office environment.
• Regular use of hands, tools, and equipment; occasional standing, walking, stooping, crouching, or kneeling.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Occasional travel, including international travel (approximately 1 trip per year).