Production Supervisor: Lead Lean, Safe Operations

Bekaert; Van Buren (AR); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Bekaert in the United States, based in Van Buren, AR, seeks a Salaried Production Supervisor to oversee the production floor, ensuring safe, efficient operations and that production targets are met with consistent quality.

You will lead and develop a team, implement lean manufacturing practices, coordinate with quality, maintenance and logistics, and report performance to upper management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production supervisory role in manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Salaried professional overseeing production operations to meet targets and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day production floor operations and schedules.
• Lead, train, and motivate a production team.
• Ensure product quality and implement quality control measures.
• Enforce health and safety regulations on site.
• Identify process improvements using lean principles.
• Coordinate materials, equipment, and labor for efficiency.
• Address production issues to minimize downtime.
• Prepare and present production reports to management.
• Collaborate with quality, maintenance, and logistics teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Technical proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Manufacturing machinery

Job description

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As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Purpose and Mission

• Salaried Professional responsible for overseeing the production operations, ensuring that manufacturing processes run smoothly, efficiently, and safely to meet production targets and quality standards

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Production Oversight: Manage and supervise the day-to-day operations of the production floor, ensuring that production schedules are met.
• Team Management: Lead, train, and motivate a team of production workers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Quality Control: Ensure that products meet quality standards and specifications, implementing quality control measures as needed.
• Safety Compliance: Enforce health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement and implement lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Resource Management: Coordinate the use of materials, equipment, and labor to optimize production efficiency.
• Troubleshooting: Address and resolve any issues that arise during the production process to minimize downtime.
• Reporting: Prepare and present production reports to upper management, highlighting performance metrics and areas for improvement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, such as quality control, maintenance, and logistics, to ensure seamless production operations.

Skills

• Leadership: Ability to manage and motivate a production team to achieve goals
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills to convey instructions and updates
• Problem-Solving: Strong skills in identifying and resolving production issues efficiently
• Organizational Skills: Proficiency in planning and coordinating production schedules
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in monitoring production quality and compliance
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with manufacturing machinery and tools
• Safety Awareness: Knowledge of safety regulations and ability to enforce safety standards

Previous Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production supervisory role within a manufacturing environment

Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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