Production Supervisor

Keystone Distinction Group; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Waterloo, Iowa, is seeking a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift. The successful candidate will oversee a production team, ensuring productivity and quality while maintaining compliance with safety standards. Responsibilities include scheduling personnel, training staff, and resolving any operational issues. Applicants should have at least 3 years of experience in a manufacturing and supervisory role, alongside strong communication and leadership skills. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and monitor workflow to achieve production goals.
• Ensure safety and health standards are maintained.
• Train and develop manufacturing staff effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Problem analysis

Communication skills

Customer orientation

Team development

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft products

Job description

Job Title: Production Supervisor (2nd shift role)

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Salary: $75-85K

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor will be part of the manufacturing team in support of the Director of Operations and Production Manager. Manufactures products by supervising staff; organizing and monitoring workflow; acts as a quality inspector; serves as a safety coordinator, material handler, and trainer for the area of responsibility.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishing work results; establishing priorities; monitoring schedules; resolving problems; reporting results of the processing flow on shift production summaries.
• Accomplish manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain staff by selecting, orienting, and training employees, and developing personal growth opportunities.
• Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process; setting processing variables; observing control points and equipment; monitoring personnel and resources; studying methods; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Spends 50% of their time in direct labor in the area of responsibility.
• Identify and anticipate safety and health concerns and hazards by surveying environmental, operational, and occupational conditions.
• Act as the quality inspector for areas of responsibility; maintains quality of service by establishing and enforcing organization standards.
• Ensure that all direct and indirect materials are readily available for production team members to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively.
• Encourage production team members by helping to select, orient, and train employees; developing personal growth opportunities for team members.
• Provide manufacturing information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing production performance records and data; answer questions and respond to requests.
• Accomplish production team results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and training employees; initiating, coordinating, and ensuring policies and procedures are followed.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of Supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and generate results through others.
• Ability to perform problem analysis and problem resolution at a functional level.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a strong customer orientation.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills with understanding of Microsoft products.
• Must be able to work a 2nd or 3rd shift position.