Production Supervisor

Adient US LLC; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Adient US LLC in Romulus, MI is seeking a Mid-level Production Supervisor to lead a single production line on the 3rd shift. You will develop, coach, and motivate a team to improve productivity and maintain quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on supervision, adherence to safety policies, and efficient scheduling to meet customer requirements and plant targets. You will review performance metrics, address issues, and drive continuous improvement with a focus on safe, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to coach, train, and direct team members effectively.
• Must be willing to work assigned shift and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production team members and direct daily activities of production workers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, plant rules, safety rules, attendance policies, and production procedures.
• Monitor production operations within assigned area to ensure compliance with methods, quality standards, safety regulations, and production requirements.
• Review production orders, quantities, specifications, and product data to plan department operations.
• Plan production operations by establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Prepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to meet quality specifications and customer expectations.
• Review production and operating reports to identify and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues.
• Inspect machines and equipment to ensure proper operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Compile, store, and retrieve production data.
• Develop or revise standard operational and working practices as needed.
• Observe employees to ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Maintain good safety and housekeeping practices throughout the production area.
• Communicate acceptable work practices and cleanliness expectations to team members.
• Provide orientation and on-the-job training for employees in the safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Provide counseling, coaching, and training to team members to support a qualified and quality-conscious workforce.
• Address employee performance and behavior matters in accordance with company policies, applicable laws, and collective bargaining agreements, when applicable.
• Adhere to and promote all Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

• Mid-level Production Supervisor position with limited complexity managing daily production function within a plant for a single production line or specific area for one shift, focuses on the development, management, and motivation of production personnel to increase productivity and improve efficiencies.

Main Responsibilities

• Supervise production team members and direct daily activities of production workers.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, plant rules, safety rules, attendance policies, and production procedures.
• Monitor production operations within assigned area to ensure compliance with methods, quality standards, safety regulations, and production requirements.
• Review production orders, quantities, specifications, and product data to plan department operations.
• Plan production operations by establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Prepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to meet quality specifications and customer expectations.
• Review production and operating reports to identify and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues.
• Inspect machines and equipment to ensure proper operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Compile, store, and retrieve production data.
• Develop or revise standard operational and working practices as needed.
• Observe employees to ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Maintain good safety and housekeeping practices throughout the production area.
• Communicate acceptable work practices and cleanliness expectations to team members.
• Provide orientation and on-the-job training for employees in the safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Provide counseling, coaching, and training to team members to support a qualified and quality-conscious workforce.
• Address employee performance and behavior matters in accordance with company policies, applicable laws, and collective bargaining agreements, when applicable.
• Adhere to and promote all Health, Safety & Environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred
• Knowledge of production operations, safety standards, quality requirements, and equipment utilization preferred
• Ability to read and interpret production orders, reports, specifications, and operating procedures
• Ability to coach, train, and direct team members effectively
• Must be willing to follow all company policies, plant rules, safety procedures, and attendance requirements
• Must be willing to work assigned shift and overtime as needed
• Able to work the 3rd shift: 6:30 pm - 6 am.

PRIMARY LOCATION

Romulus Foam