Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC; Ellabell (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MOBIS North America Electrified Powertrain, LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a high‑volume battery module assembly line. You will spend substantial time on the shop floor guiding operators, solving problems, and ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.

You will coach and develop teams, manage shift staffing, coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering, and drive continuous improvement using Lean tools to reduce downtime and improve OEE in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; bachelor’s preferred in related field.
• Proven manufacturing or production experience in a high-volume setting.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Hands-on troubleshooting of automated or semi-automated equipment.
• Knowledge of KPIs including OEE, downtime analysis, FPY.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety excellence and zero injuries; follow LOTO and PPE policies.
• Lead production operators and technicians to meet daily goals.
• Staffing planning, shift coverage, and performance management.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Logistics, and Engineering to resolve constraints.
• Verify readiness of materials, tooling, equipment, and quality before shift start.
• Coach and develop employees; conduct training and evaluations.
• Monitor downtime trends and drive improvements to OEE and throughput.
• Support preventive and autonomous maintenance activities.
• Ensure documentation and records meet quality and compliance standards.
• Lead 5S, Kaizen, and lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve flow.
• Maintain visual management and communicate shift results daily.
• Drive containment and corrective actions for defects with root-cause analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Employee development

Coaching

Communication

Conflict resolution

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Time management

Troubleshooting

Excel

OEE knowledge

FPY knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Business Management, or related field

Tools

MES

CMMS

ERP systems

Andon systems

Digital work instructions

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Role Overview

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily operations within a high-volume battery module assembly environment. This hands‑on leadership role is accountable for achieving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and employee performance goals while ensuring efficient and reliable manufacturing processes. The Production Supervisor will spend a significant amount of time on the production floor, supporting operators, troubleshooting equipment issues, reducing downtime, enforcing standardized work practices, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a strong people leader with a proven ability to develop teams, solve problems, and deliver results in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

(To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Promote and maintain a culture centered on safety excellence and zero workplace injuries.
• Conduct daily safety meetings, safety observations, and Gemba walks.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), machine guarding, chemical handling, and PPE requirements.
• Lead incident investigations and root cause analyses, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Monitor work areas to identify and eliminate safety risks.

Production Leadership

• Lead and supervise production operators and technicians to achieve daily production requirements.
• Assign work, monitor performance, and ensure adequate staffing levels across production operations.
• Ensure achievement of productivity, schedule adherence, and operational performance targets.
• Conduct daily Tier meetings and maintain visual management systems.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Logistics, and Engineering teams to resolve operational constraints.
• Verify production readiness, including material availability, tooling, equipment status, and quality requirements prior to shift startup.

Employee Development & Team Management

• Coach, mentor, and develop employees to improve performance and engagement.
• Conduct employee training, cross‑training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as required.
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability standards.
• Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork, communication, and continuous learning.
• Recognize and reward employee achievements while addressing performance concerns promptly.

Equipment & Downtime Management

• Serve as the first point of contact for production equipment alarms and operational disruptions.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to ensure timely equipment recovery and minimize production downtime.
• Monitor and analyze downtime trends, implementing actions to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Support preventive maintenance activities and autonomous maintenance programs.
• Assist with equipment qualifications, process trials, and production changeovers.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with control plans, standardized work instructions, testing procedures, torque specifications, and traceability requirements.
• Monitor key quality metrics including First Pass Yield (FPY), scrap rates, and defect trends.
• Lead containment activities and corrective actions for nonconforming products.
• Conduct layered process audits and verify adherence to quality standards.
• Utilize structured problem‑solving methodologies such as 5‑Why and Fishbone Analysis to eliminate recurring defects.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams on PFMEA improvements and error‑proofing initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Lead 5S activities and Kaizen events to improve operational performance.
• Develop and sustain standardized work practices through audits and employee coaching.
• Utilize Lean tools including A3 Problem Solving, SMED, Value Stream Mapping, and Visual Management.
• Support plant objectives related to efficiency, cost reduction, and process optimization.

Materials & Inventory Control

• Monitor work‑in‑process (WIP) inventory and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Partner with Materials and Logistics teams to prevent production shortages.
• Support Kanban systems, material replenishment processes, and point‑of‑use inventory controls.
• Ensure proper material flow to meet production schedules.

Reporting & Documentation

• Complete and communicate daily shift reports including safety, quality, production output, downtime, scrap, attendance, and OEE results.
• Maintain accurate production, training, quality, and operational records.
• Support compliance requirements through proper documentation and record retention.

AUTHORITY & SCOPE

This role operates within defined corporate policies and procedures and exercises judgment appropriate to its level of responsibility. The position may influence decisions related to functional operations, processes, or recommendations.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing, assembly, or production experience in a high-volume environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting automated or semi‑automated manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing KPIs including OEE, downtime analysis, throughput, and First Pass Yield (FPY).
• Experience with root cause analysis, problem‑solving methodologies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and production reporting systems.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple priorities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Strong leadership and employee development skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and decision‑making capabilities.
• Thorough understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment operation.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret production metrics and drive performance improvements.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple department.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Business Management, or related field.
• Experience in automotive, battery, electronics, or advanced manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Layered Process Audits.
• Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma Green Belt, or similar continuous improvement training.
• Experience working with MES, CMMS, ERP systems, Andon systems, and digital work instructions.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds.
• Exposure to manufacturing equipment, moving machinery, and industrial work environments.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

This position may be assigned to either the Battery System Assembly (BSA) or Battery Module Assembly (BMA) section based on business needs and production requirements.