Production Supervisor: Lead Safety, Quality & Lean

wam-global-careers; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Real opportunities for advancement

Stable global manufacturing company

Job summary

Wolverine Advanced Materials is seeking a Production Supervisor in Virginia to lead a production area focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will set expectations, coach teams, and ensure strict adherence to procedures while maintaining an audit-ready environment.

The role oversees up to 20 employees, applies lean principles to cut waste, and collaborates with adjacent shifts to ensure consistent production results and a strong, accountable culture.

Qualifications

• We are looking for leadership mindset with integrity, professionalism, and purpose.
• Associate degree OR 2–4 years supervisory experience or equivalent combination.
• Willingness to work 8- or 12-hour shifts, including nights/weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead area performance in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.
• Set expectations clearly and follow through consistently.
• Coach operators and develop a capable, confident team.
• Ensure adherence to procedures, specifications, and standard work.
• Maintain an organized, audit-ready work environment.
• Manage labor, resources, and shift flow to meet production targets.
• Apply lean principles to improve processes and eliminate waste.
• Collaborate with supervisors across shifts for alignment and continuity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Lean principles

Safety-first

Education

Associate degree or 2–4 years supervisory experience

Job description

Wolverine Advanced Materials is seeking a Production Supervisor in Virginia to lead a production area focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost. You will set expectations, coach teams, and ensure strict adherence to procedures while maintaining an audit-ready environment.

The role oversees up to 20 employees, applies lean principles to cut waste, and collaborates with adjacent shifts to ensure consistent production results and a strong, accountable culture.