Production Supervisor

Manufacturing Inc; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 45,460 - 52,348; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic manufacturing company in North Kingstown, Rhode Island is seeking a motivated Production Supervisor to lead production staff, ensuring their safety and the highest standards of productivity and quality. You will be responsible for scheduling production activities and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment and be skilled in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. This role offers a Monday to Friday schedule with a competitive hourly rate of $33 to $38.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a supervisor in a manufacturing setting.
• Understanding of production processes and continuous improvement methodologies is required.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct production staff to ensure safety and productivity.
• Motivate employees through training and coaching.
• Coordinate and schedule production activities to meet divisional goals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Conflict resolution skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching abilities

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Six Sigma

Lean methodologies

Basic computer skills

Job description

Overview

North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Production Supervisor to lead and direct production staff in our dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and employee engagement while driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• This role is responsible for maintaining and improving the safety, quality, productivity, cost-effectiveness, on-time delivery, and employee engagement through the effective direction of staff.
• Motivates employees through training, communication, and coaching.
• Addresses employee issues as needed in a timely and effective manner.
• Coordinates and schedules production activities and staffing to meet divisional goals and customer demands.
• Assists with continuous improvement through participation, implementation, and training of employees on improvement initiatives.
• Collaborates with leadership and other departments (e.g., Quality, Engineering, Maintenance) to ensure smooth operations, escalating issues as required.
• Ensures that safe work performance is the first priority for all production staff.
• Reports accurate production data, including output, efficiency, and any deviations.

Skills/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent. May consider relevant experience in lieu of education.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience leading and supervising others in a production or manufacturing setting.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working within a manufacturing/operations environment.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and coach employees.
• Proven problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Understanding of production processes and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules and reports.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and communication.

Schedule & Compensation

If you are a motivated and experienced leader looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment, we encourage you to apply for this Production Supervisor position today!

This role offers a Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM schedule with a competitive hourly rate of $33 - $38

Equal Opportunity

Equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law