Production Supervisor II - 1st shift

BOSC; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bosch in Wichita, Kansas is seeking a Production Supervisor to guide a manufacturing team and ensure efficient operations.

You will supervise, train, and evaluate staff, coordinate work flow, manage costs, and respond to delays, shortages, or equipment issues. You’ll work with engineering to improve processes using LEAN tools like VSM and 5S, while maintaining safety and accurate records. Weekend overtime may be required to support production needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in manufacturing, or an associate degree with 6+ years.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisor experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Willing to work weekend overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct workflow in the department; assign tasks and resolve questions.
• Control costs within budget; minimize scrap and rework.
• Anticipate delays, material shortages, and equipment issues.
• Provide technical support for equipment malfunctions and repairs.
• Collaborate with engineering on cost reductions and scheduling.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate the work group; assist safety actions.
• Maintain accurate production and employee records.
• Apply LEAN tools (VSM, SMED, 5S, TPM, Kaizen) to improve drivers.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

Tools

Lean tools

Job description

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our areas of activity are every bit as diverse as our outstanding Bosch teams around the world. Their creativity is the key to innovation through connected living, mobility, or industry.

• Reinvent yourself: At Bosch, you will evolve.
• Discover new directions: At Bosch, you will find your place.
• Celebrate success: At Bosch, we celebrate you.
• Shape tomorrow: At Bosch, you change lives

Job Description

• Facilitate and direct team members workflow within the assigned department, including distributing work, disseminating information, assigning team members for absences, answering questions, and resolving problems within the work unit.
• Control costs within budget levels, minimizing scrap and rework costs.
• Anticipate and react to production problems or delays, materials shortages and equipment malfunctions.
• Provide technical assistance for equipment malfunctions and expediting repairs.
• Work with engineering to effect improvements in cost reduction, work simplification, production scheduling, and labor planning.
• Supervise, evaluate and train the work group. Assist in accident investigation and corrective action.
• Promote safe work environment and ensure employees follow all safety policies.
• Maintain accurate production and employee records.
• Maintain fair and consistent application of all company policies and procedures.
• Apply LEAN tools to measure and improve the departments Key Business Drivers (i.e. VSM, SMED, 5s, TPM, Kaizen, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a manufacturing environment OR Associate degree and a minimum of six (6) years of experience working in a manufacturing environment OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisor experience in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Ability to work weekend overtime as needed to support production. NOTE: Shift requirements could change in the future based on business need.

Additional Information

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life.

• premium health coverage
• a 401(k) with generous matching
• resources for financial planning and goal setting
• ample paid time off
• parental leave
• comprehensive life and disability protection

We're investing in your success!