Production Supervisor: Lead Lean Manufacturing & Safety

Wabash; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabash is seeking a Production Supervisor in Indiana to plan and coordinate manufacturing activities, supervise hourly coordinators and production staff, and coach teams for improved performance. The role supports the SQDCME scorecard initiatives and continuous improvement efforts across departments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, or Technology with 2–3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, and strong skills in lean practices,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, or Technology.
• 2–3+ years supervisor experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to identify OSHA compliance issues and control hazards.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop direct reports; team building.
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing, 5S and other continuous improvement concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Kronos, ADP, SAP, and other business software/systems preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the process and employees engaged in the manufacturing of products within assigned department and shift to meet schedule attainment goals
• Develops and executes production plans to achieve departmental and plant goals for all SQDCME metrics
• Completes daily production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel; accomplishes work results and establishes priorities
• Achieves manufacturing results by appropriately managing labor based on work requirements and communicating clear job expectations
• Develops, directs, and manages production employees and train them to properly utilize all equipment and tools
• Coach and counsel employees while coordinating and enforcing process controls, company policies, programs, and procedures
• Promotes a clean, safe work environment throughout the facility
• Initiates and foster a spirit of cooperation within and between departments
• Consistently updates and maintains Safe Work Instructions (SWIs) and completes required audits
• Leads, promotes, and supports continuous improvement activities, including the ECO System
• Coordinates and supports training and onboarding for all new employees
• Develops hourly coordinator and employee cross training plans and maintains skills matrices
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, or Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Kronos

ADP

SAP

Job description

Wabash is seeking a Production Supervisor in Indiana to plan and coordinate manufacturing activities, supervise hourly coordinators and production staff, and coach teams for improved performance. The role supports the SQDCME scorecard initiatives and continuous improvement efforts across departments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Engineering, or Technology with 2–3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, and strong skills in lean practices,