Production Supervisor: Lead Efficient, Safe Manufacturing

Top Echelon LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Echelon LLC is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to organize and control plant manufacturing functions, ensuring quality products are assembled efficiently, on time, and profitably.

The role directs Team Leaders and production staff, monitors efficiency and machine utilization, and drives continuous improvement while maintaining safety standards and high housekeeping levels on the shop floor. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Manufacturing experience including several years of supervisory experience
• Ability to create visual aids for communication purposes
• Must be able to work an Off Shift.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise Team Leaders and production Team Members to ensure timely completion of production and delivery schedules.
• Report plant labor operating efficiencies and machine utilization to management.
• Conduct performance evaluations for the Production Supervisor position.
• Lead production in timely continuous improvement activities.
• Ensure compliance with production, quality, and safety standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment and 5S housekeeping on the production floor.
• Assist in evaluating downtime and directing 8D corrective actions when problems occur.
• Coordinate staff and scheduling of personnel to operate lines with the Operations Manager.
• Be proactive in resolving problems and conflicts.
• Participate in meetings and promote a positive management approach.
• Institute and maintain safe work practices and ability to direct plant emergencies.
• Oversee training and development of supervisors, Team Leaders and Technicians.
• Ensure strict compliance with Quality Control standards and promote the company’s reputation as a quality producer.
• Communicate and counsel with all employees to maintain trust and integrity.
• Analyze production to identify improvements contributing to plant profitability.
• Comply with all Company Safety policies, procedures and rules.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality control

Safety awareness

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Top Echelon LLC is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to organize and control plant manufacturing functions, ensuring quality products are assembled efficiently, on time, and profitably.

The role directs Team Leaders and production staff, monitors efficiency and machine utilization, and drives continuous improvement while maintaining safety standards and high housekeeping levels on the shop floor. Strong leadership and communication are essential.