Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

Daikin Applied Americas Inc; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied is seeking a Production Supervisor in Faribault, MN. The role leads a team to operate machinery, coordinate workflow, and ensure on-time production while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The position requires strong supervisory experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and ideally a related bachelor's degree. Overtime may apply on the 2nd shift and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
• 3+ years of direct supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitors production activities to meet schedules and reduce delays.
• Assists in achieving production objectives at the lowest cost while maintaining quality.
• Ensures safety and product quality and improves production procedures.
• Trains employees in day-to-day procedures.
• Interprets specifications and assigns duties to workers.
• Plans material flow and coordinates with departments to meet deadlines.
• Inspects parts and products for conformance to specs.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Production planning

Quality compliance

Safety awareness

Machine troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Job description

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Production Supervisor. This role supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in operating variety of machines to manufacture parts or products. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor! Location: Faribault, MN Shift: Monday-Thursday 2nd shift + Overtime

What you will do:

• Monitors production activities to eliminate delays and ensure adherence to production and shipping schedules
• Assists in carrying out production objectives at the lowest cost, consistent with the organization's quality requirements
• Assures safety and product quality while improving production procedures
• Coordinates work flow with the various departments involved
• Reports damaged and defective equipment to management
• Trains other employees in day to day procedures
• Maintains quality/quantity standards regarding output
• Analyzes work orders to estimate worker hours and create machining schedules that meet both internal and external needs
• Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties
• Plans flow of materials through department according to work orders
• Interfaces with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met
• Inspects and measures parts and products to verify conformance to specifications
• Directs workers in adjusting machines and equipment to repair products that fail to meet standards
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules
• Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew
• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Maintains time and production records
• Assists with capital equipment justifications for machine tools and process technology to improve quality, cost, and cycle times
• Other duties as assigned

What’s in it for you:

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of related experience
• Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field
• 3+ years of direct supervisory experience

Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and company paid holidays
• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law
• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $66,000 - $108,800 in MN. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we’ve proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you’ll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career.