Production Supervisor - Interior Assembly - 2nd shift

Seneca Resources Company, LLC; Cottondale (AL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Resources is seeking a Production Supervisor – Interior Assembly in Tuscaloosa, AL to lead daily manufacturing operations in an automotive environment. You will oversee production teams, ensure safety and quality, meet schedules, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and a focus on operational excellence and employee development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory, team lead, or manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, production, or automotive environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.
• Ability to analyze production metrics and make data-driven decisions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and team observations.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses while implementing corrective actions.
• Lead daily safety discussions and reinforce safe work practices.
• Direct daily Interior Assembly operations to achieve production targets and customer requirements.
• Monitor production schedules, staffing levels, and workflow efficiency.
• Coordinate labor resources to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Ensure adherence to standardized work instructions and operating procedures.
• Track and improve KPIs including productivity, efficiency, scrap, quality, and downtime.
• Ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Support containment activities, corrective actions, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement preventive measures.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to reduce defects and improve processes.
• Promote accountability and ownership for product quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Employee development

Data analysis

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in Manufacturing/Engineering/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title: Production Supervisor – Interior Assembly

Location: Tuscaloosa, AL

Clearance Requirements: None

Position Status: Full-Time

Pay Rate: $80,000 Annually

Position Description

We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Production Supervisor – Interior Assembly to lead daily manufacturing operations within a fast‑paced automotive production environment. This role is responsible for overseeing production teams, ensuring safety and quality compliance, meeting production schedules, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and developing a high‑performing workforce.

The ideal candidate will have experience supervising manufacturing teams, strong problem‑solving abilities, and a passion for operational excellence, employee development, and continuous improvement.

Key ResponsibilitiesSafety & Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

• Conduct safety audits, inspections, and team observations.

• Investigate accidents, incidents, and near misses while implementing corrective actions.

• Lead daily safety discussions and reinforce safe work practices.

• Ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards.

Production Management

• Direct daily Interior Assembly operations to achieve production targets and customer requirements.

• Monitor production schedules, staffing levels, and workflow efficiency.

• Coordinate labor resources to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.

• Ensure adherence to standardized work instructions and operating procedures.

• Track and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) including productivity, efficiency, scrap, quality, and downtime.

Quality Management

• Ensure products meet customer specifications and quality standards.

• Support containment activities, corrective actions, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Investigate quality concerns and implement preventive measures.

• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to reduce defects and improve manufacturing processes.

• Promote accountability and ownership for product quality throughout the department.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop production team members and team leaders.

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback and mentorship.

• Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and employee development activities.

• Address employee relations issues professionally and consistently.

• Foster a positive, collaborative, and results‑driven work environment.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Participate in root cause analysis and structured problem‑solving activities.

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize processes.

• Utilize production data and performance metrics to support decision‑making and action planning.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate production records, reports, and performance metrics.

• Manage attendance, scheduling, staffing, and overtime requirements.

• Communicate production performance, priorities, and operational concerns to leadership.

• Participate in daily production meetings and cross‑functional planning activities.

Required Skills/EducationRequired Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 1 year of supervisory, team lead, or manufacturing leadership experience.

• Experience working in a manufacturing, assembly, production, or automotive environment.

• Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.

• Ability to analyze production metrics and make data‑driven decisions.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or a related field.

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.

• Automotive manufacturing or interior assembly experience.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies.

• Knowledge of quality systems, root cause analysis, and corrective action processes.

About Seneca Resources

Seneca Resources is a client driven provider of strategic Information Technology consulting services and Workforce Solutions to government and industry. Seneca Resources is a leading IT services provider with offices in Virginia, Alabama, Georgia, Florida and Texas that service clients throughout the United States.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace. #ID