Production Supervisor 2nd Shift

Dana Corp; Paris (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while meeting production targets. You will lead frontline teams, coordinate workflow and support continuous improvement initiatives across shifts.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of relevant experience, plus 3+ years in a supervisory role. Strong leadership, problem-solving, communication skills, and knowledge of lean manufacturing and safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production team members and assign tasks to meet daily output goals.
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Resolve operational issues and elevate concerns to management or engineering as needed.
• Train and coach employees on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
• Maintain accurate production records and support shift handovers.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Problem solving

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience

3+ years of experience

Job description

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving two primary markets - passenger vehicle and commercial truck equipment - Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

The Production Supervisor oversees daily manufacturing operations, ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. This role manages frontline employees, coordinates workflow, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise production team members and assign tasks to meet daily output goals.
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Resolve operational issues and elevate concerns to management or engineering as needed.
• Train and coach employees on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
• Maintain accurate production records and support shift handovers.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
• 3+ years of experience

Skills

• Leadership and team management.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and safety protocols.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.