Production Supervisor (Hose)

FCX Performance; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Industrial Technologies in Minnesota is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee the daily operation of the assembly department, ensuring orders are completed safely, accurately, and on time. You will lead production planning, personnel, equipment, and inventory to support customer demand.

You will coordinate with sales, purchasing, quality, and leadership, maintain inventory, resolve bottlenecks on the shop floor, set performance standards, train staff, and promote safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ERP experience (P21 preferred).
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and supervisory roles.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the production planner to schedule production orders.
• Be present on the shop floor to resolve issues, bottlenecks, or questions.
• Coordinate priorities with sales and customer service teams.
• Oversee assembly of non-standard jobs, custom spec, first articles, and walk-in orders.
• Maintain inventory levels required to support production and customer demand.
• Prevent and respond to inventory shortages that impact production.
• Ensure work meets company and customer quality requirements.
• Set the standard for performance and accountability, working on the line if needed.
• Lead, train, and develop production employees with an emphasis on cross training.
• Manage employee schedules and time off.
• Conduct performance reviews and address employee concerns promptly.
• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining oversight of department performance.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability.
• Ensure production equipment, tooling, and testing equipment are available and properly maintained.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and equipment repairs.
• Oversee KANBAN style manual inventory of shop supplies.
• Work with the team to identify and execute improvement opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in business or manufacturing

Tools

ERP (P21 preferred)

Job description

The Production Supervisor oversees the daily operation of the assigned assembly department, ensuring customer orders are completed safely, accurately, and on time. This role leads production planning, personnel, equipment, inventory availability, and process improvement while coordinating closely with sales, purchasing, quality, and company leadership.

Production

• Coordinate with the production planner to schedule production orders.
• Be present on the shop floor to resolve issues, bottlenecks, or questions.
• Coordinate priorities with sales and customer service teams.
• Oversee assembly of non-standard jobs, custom spec, first articles, and walk-in orders.
• Maintain inventory levels required to support production and customer demand.
• Prevent and respond to inventory shortages that impact production.
• Ensure work meets company and customer quality requirements.

Leadership

• Set the standard for performance and accountability, working on the line if needed.
• Lead, train, and develop production employees with an emphasis on cross training.
• Manage employee schedules and time off.
• Conduct performance reviews and address employee concerns promptly.
• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining oversight of department performance.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability.

Facilities and Equipment

• Ensure production equipment, tooling, and testing equipment are available and properly maintained.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and equipment repairs.
• Oversee KANBAN style manual inventory of shop supplies.
• Work with the team to identify and execute improvement opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience.
• ERP experience (P21 preferred).
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret bills of material, work instructions, and customer specifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluid power experience.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or 5S principles.
• Associate's degree in business administration or manufacturing.

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.