Production Supervisor

Safe Fleet; Town of Webster (NY); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ranger Design in Webster, NY is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations. You will manage a team of production operators, monitor staffing and machine utilization, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities include coaching, problem solving, coordinating with maintenance and quality teams, and driving continuous improvement through Lean/Six Sigma practices. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Formación

• High school diploma required; post-secondary education preferred in manufacturing/engineering.
• 3-7+ years manufacturing/production experience.
• 2+ years supervisory or team lead experience in production.
• Knowledge of Lean, Kaizen, 5S, or Six Sigma assets.
• Experience with production KPIs (OEE, throughput, scrap reduction).
• Strong leadership, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to read schedules, SOPs, and technical docs; strong communication.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, or extended hours.

Responsabilidades

• Supervise daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of production operators.
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and machine utilization to optimize productivity.
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental regulations and policies.
• Conduct safety meetings, audits, and investigations; implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and logistics for smooth operations.
• Analyze production data and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure product quality via SOPs and QC processes.
• Train new employees and provide ongoing performance feedback.
• Manage shift schedules, attendance, and labor allocation.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and maintain production records.
• Support inventory control and material flow; drive cost reduction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team Coaching

Operations Management

Problem Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Safety Compliance

Educación

High school diploma

Post-secondary in manufacturing/engineering preferred

Herramientas

ERP/MES systems

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Safety is where everything begins. It shapes our culture, our products, and the way we show up for our communities. Join us as we build smarter technologies that redefine fleet safety. When you help make fleets smarter, you make people safer.

Join our team and open the door to possibilities! At Ranger, we strive to offer you a fulfilling experience where you are challenged and can make a difference every day. We all work as one team at Ranger, dedicated to creating world class customer experiences in a dynamic, agile and transparent environment. Working with us, you can be innovative, grow, perform at your best and be proud of what we achieve as a company.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise daily production activities to ensure targets for safety, quality, and efficiency are consistently met
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of production operators, fostering a positive and accountable work environment
• Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and machine utilization to optimize productivity and minimize downtime
• Enforce compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and company policies
• Conduct regular safety meetings, audits, and incident investigations; implement corrective actions
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations and timely issue resolution
• Analyze production data and KPIs (e.g., OEE, scrap rates, throughput) to identify improvement opportunities
• Implement and support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma practices
• Ensure product quality standards are maintained through adherence to SOPs and quality control processes
• Train new employees and provide ongoing performance feedback and evaluations
• Manage shift schedules, attendance, and labor allocation to meet production demands
• Troubleshoot operational issues and troubleshoot critical problems when necessary
• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation
• Support inventory control and material flow to prevent shortages or overstock situations
• Drive cost reduction efforts while maintaining operational excellence
• Other duties as assigned.

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Requirements

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma required; post-secondary education in manufacturing, engineering, or related field preferred
• 3-7+ years of experience in manufacturing or production environment
• 2+ years of supervisory or team lead experience in a production setting
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production flow, and equipment operations
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, or Six Sigma principles is an asset
• Experience working with production KPIs (OEE, throughput, scrap reduction, downtime tracking)
• Strong leadership skills with ability to coach, motivate, and manage diverse teams
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities in fast-paced environments
• Knowledge of workplace safety regulations (e.g., OSHA or equivalent local standards)
• Ability to read and interpret production schedules, technical documents, and SOPs
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Basic computer skills; experience with ERP or MES systems is an asset
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, or extended hours as required
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement
• Ability to respond quickly to production issues and operational emergencies

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in the United States, hold a valid Passport and will be required to show proof as such. Ranger Design does not sponsor work permit applications.

All requests will be treated confidentially.