Production Supervisor: Lead, Improve & Develop Team

Top Dog Recruiting; Oskaloosa (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Top Dog Recruiting in Iowa seeks a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, coordinate resources, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced plant setting. You will mentor teams, ensure safety and quality, manage production schedules, monitor performance metrics, and support employee development while building a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

This role requires hands-on presence on the shop floor, strong communication, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years of leadership in manufacturing or maintenance.
• Experience in a foundry environment is preferred.
• Strong supervision and coaching abilities.
• Proven ability to manage schedules and resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily production and maintenance to meet goals.
• Allocate resources and communicate priorities to teams.
• Assign duties and ensure efficient workflow on the shop floor.
• Monitor schedules, capacity, and adjustments.
• Uphold safety standards and quality throughout production.
• Coach and develop employees, and document performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Prioritization

Production scheduling

Quality control

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Process improvement

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree with leadership in manufacturing/foundry preferred

Job description

Top Dog Recruiting in Iowa seeks a Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations, coordinate resources, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced plant setting. You will mentor teams, ensure safety and quality, manage production schedules, monitor performance metrics, and support employee development while building a culture of accountability and operational excellence.

This role requires hands-on presence on the shop floor, strong communication, and the ability to