Production Supervisor

Leer Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Shoe stipend

Fitness program discount

Community involvement hours

Job summary

Leer, Inc. seeks a Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing personnel, align with plant leadership, and drive safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

You will guide hiring, onboarding, training, and task assignments while monitoring performance and delivery timelines. Responsibilities include coaching, scheduling, and implementing process improvements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with engineering for capital improvements.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred (commensurate experience considered)
• Experience with manufacturing systems; Epicor experience a plus
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, customer specifications, technical procedures, and regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and guide teams
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to interpret technical instructions

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage manufacturing employees in accordance with company policies and directives
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training; assign tasks and monitor performance
• Communicate job expectations and provide coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals
• Review production orders and schedules to plan department operations
• Monitor production timelines to ensure accurate and timely delivery of customer products
• Evaluate and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, environmental, etc.)
• Facilitate training for new and existing employees on safety, quality, and productivity standards
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to recommend capital improvements for safety and efficiency
• Enforce safety protocols, work rules, and housekeeping standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Blueprint reading

Education

Manufacturing degree (Assoc/Bach)

Tools

Epicor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Production Supervisor will work closely with Plant Leadership and be responsible for leading and managing manufacturing employees in alignment with company directives, policies, and procedures. This role ensures production goals are met with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage manufacturing employees in accordance with company policies and directives

Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training; assign tasks and monitor performance

Communicate job expectations and provide coaching, counseling, and performance appraisals

Review production orders and schedules to plan department operations

Monitor production timelines to ensure accurate and timely delivery of customer products

Evaluate and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and quality

Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, environmental, etc.)

Facilitate training for new and existing employees on safety, quality, and productivity standards

Collaborate with manufacturing engineering to recommend capital improvements for safety and efficiency

Enforce safety protocols, work rules, and housekeeping standards

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred (commensurate experience considered)

Experience with manufacturing systems; Epicor experience a plus

Ability to read and interpret blueprints, customer specifications, technical procedures, and regulations

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Proven leadership experience with the ability to motivate and guide teams

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to interpret technical instructions

So, what do you get out of working at Leer, Inc. beyond a friendly work environment and the best teammates around? A competitive compensation package that other manufacturers can’t beat. Take a look.

ESOP Distributions

An ESOP is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Like mentioned above, Leer Inc. is 100% employee owned. That means you will be an employee-owner and own a piece of the company. Trust us when we say, if you include your yearly ESOP payments, we offer a compensation package that’s difficult to beat. Don’t believe us? Stop in and we’ll show you.

Generous Paid Time Off (Starts at 3-Weeks in 1st Full Year)

11 Paid Holidays

Health Insurance (Subsidized by Leer)

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)

Long-Term Disability Insurance (Paid by Leer)

Life Insurance (Paid by Leer)

Shoe stipend for steel toes

Cares Program – up to 50% off fitness equipment or gym membership

Community involvement hours

Be part of making iconic products that make all the difference in hospitals, restaurants, and more. We’re proud to be an essential business and support other industries who keep us healthy and fed.

Leer, Inc. is a growing company that is all about our team members. Really. We’re 100% employee-owned.

What does employee-owned mean?

As an employee-owner at Leer Inc., you’ll have a direct stake in our success. Through our employee ownership program, you’re not just part of the team, you’re an owner helping to shape our future. We value initiative, collaboration, and a long-term mindset, and we reward your contributions with shared growth and equity.