Production Supervisor

Jabil; Prince George (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a manufacturing leader to drive startup operations in our Prince George, VA facility. You will establish production processes for large form-factor equipment, build a capable team, and implement standard work and training from day one.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 3+ years of leadership in high-volume manufacturing, with Lean and problem-solving experience. On-site role with cross-functional collaboration to meet safety, quality and productivity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years manufacturing leadership experience in a supervisor/manager role.
• Experience leading production teams in high-volume manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day production operations to meet safety, quality, delivery and productivity goals.
• Supervise, coach and develop the production team for higher performance.
• Monitor production schedules, labor utilization and key metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement to boost efficiency, quality and throughput.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance and Supply Chain to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Operations/Manufacturing/Business)

Equivalent experience considered

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing reporting systems

Job description

At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

Location/Division Specific Information

** On-site at our Prince George, VA facility. **

This role is to support a new factory in Prince George, VA (onsite) startup manufacturing large form-factor equipment. The product will be large (shipping container size), heavy (50+ tons), and complex. This position will be part of the core factory startup and onboarding team responsible for building the operations and manufacturing staff, fitting out the building, and creating the process flow/work instructions/etc. from the ground up. Skills to include: panel and point to point wire assembly, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and High Power Electronic assemblies.

How will you make an impact?

• Lead day-to-day production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.

• Supervise, coach, and develop production team members to maximize performance and engagement.

• Monitor and manage production schedules, labor utilization, and operational metrics.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.

• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to resolve issues and support business objectives.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Support staffing, training, performance management, and succession planning activities.

• Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.

• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and customer focus.

• Lead by example and promote a safe, positive, and results-oriented work environment.

How will you get here?

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field preferred.

• Equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing leadership experience will be considered.

Experience

• 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience in a supervisor, team lead, or management role.

• Experience leading production teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Demonstrated experience in large form factor manufacturing is strongly preferred.

• Experience managing direct labor, production schedules, and key operational metrics.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.

• Ability to analyze production metrics and drive actions that improve performance.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence across multiple levels of the organization.

• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing reporting systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electronics manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, heavy equipment, appliance manufacturing, or other large form factor production environments.

• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Demand Flow Technology.

• Experience supporting new product introductions, equipment installations, or production line expansions.

• Proven track record of improving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity metrics.

The pay range for this role is $77,500 - $139,500. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth and resilient self.

These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan; and paid time off.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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