Production Supervisor

Setra Systems; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 71,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations and manage multiple teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a relevant degree, and experience in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to drive significant improvements in productivity and quality.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or relevant leadership experience.
• Experience leading large teams (40+).
• Familiarity with manufacturing machinery and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily management processes and resolve productivity problems.
• Manage employee hiring, training, and performance appraisals.
• Drive improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Conflict Resolution

Education

Associates degree or Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP software

MS Office

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The Production Supervisor is responsible for the daily operation and direct leadership of multiple teams (20-40 total reports) in a high mix / high pace environment.

Essential Functions –

• Lead the daily management process by identifying issues, resolving productivity problems, and escalating concerns to upper management when necessary.
• Manage employees including interviewing, hiring, counseling, and discipline.
• Write and give performance appraisals, organize training and development efforts, and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Utilize a team of 1-3 cell leaders to staff work cells, schedule assignments to ensure quality, maximum output, and meet established goals across multiple shifts.
• Drive proactive Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and Engagement improvements.
• Drive standard work, single piece flow, and support FBS (Fortive Business System) lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Lead daily and weekly regular communication meetings with direct reports.
• Work closely with internal customers (assembly, engineering, customer service) to expedite orders and meet customer expectations.
• Ensure Kanban, kamishibai, Quality Systems Basics audit processes are functioning within department.
• Reconcile time and attendance program daily. Approve time off.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Education & Experience Required –

• Associates degree with 3+ years experience or Bachelors degree.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or relevant leadership experience
  
  

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Experience leading, coaching and motivating large teams (40+).
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• Familiarity with ERP software and ability to use MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools
• Results driven approach
• Problem solving skills
• Conflict resolution and team building skills
  
  

Fortive Corporation Overview

Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.

We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.

We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.

At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.

At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.

At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.

Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.

About Gems Setra

Pay Range

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 71,100.00 - 132,100.00

The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 71,100.00 - 132,100.00

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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