Production Supervisor

Enhance Recruiting; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a Production Supervisor for a manufacturing plant in Pleasanton, TX. The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery of products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This role supervises a team, manages workflow, and drives continuous improvement to support operational goals. The successful candidate will conduct daily safety audits, train and coach staff, monitor throughput and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; higher degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in metal fabrication or electrical/mechanical assembly.
• Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement knowledge.
• ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of production team members to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Ensure a safe work environment by enforcing safety standards, conducting safety audits, and promoting a culture of safety.
• Monitor production output, labor efficiency, and material usage; take corrective actions to meet productivity, quality, and cost targets.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Conduct daily team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and expectations.
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members; provide feedback, discipline, and recognition as needed.
• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, Materials, and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime and resolve production issues.
• Monitor and report performance metrics such as throughput, scrap, rework, and downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, attendance, and incidents.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, lean manufacturing practices, and 5S initiatives.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and cross-training of production staff.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Lean manufacturing

5S

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing/Engineering or related field

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Production Supervisor for a manufacturing plant in Pleasanton, TX.The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating daily production activities to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery of products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role oversees a team of production employees, manages workflow, monitors key performance indicators (KPIs), and drives continuous improvement initiatives to support operational goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of production team members to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Ensure a safe work environment by enforcing safety standards, conducting safety audits, and promoting a culture of safety awareness.
• Monitor production output, labor efficiency, and material usage; take corrective actions to meet productivity, quality, and cost targets.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality standards.
• Conduct daily team meetings to communicate goals, updates, and expectations.
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members; provide feedback, discipline, and recognition as needed.
• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, Materials, and Maintenance teams to minimize downtime and resolve production issues.
• Monitor and report performance metrics such as throughput, scrap, rework, and downtime.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, attendance, and incidents.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, lean manufacturing practices, and 5S initiatives.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and cross-training of production staff.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in metal fabrication or electrical/mechanical assembly.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement principles.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.