Production Supervisor: Lean Leader & Team Coach (5am-3pm)

OPW Global; Elon (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OPW Global in Elon, NC seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations at the Elon assembly plant. This role directs production activities, coaching teams, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in production with leadership experience, familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in business, manufacturing, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in production; 1–2 years leading a team.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or CI leadership.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach production employees to achieve goals while upholding safety, respect, inclusion, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Direct and coordinate daily production activities, schedule resources, and prioritize work to meet goals.
• Champion Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement to boost safety, quality, productivity, and engagement.
• Maintain attendance, payroll, production, and performance records; use ATM/Shop Floor Plus/AS400/Infor XA/Excel for reporting.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office

Conflict resolution

Continuous improvement

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in business, manufacturing, engineering, or related field

Tools

ATM

Shop Floor Plus

AS400

Infor XA

Excel

Job description

OPW Global in Elon, NC seeks an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations at the Elon assembly plant. This role directs production activities, coaching teams, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in production with leadership experience, familiarity with Lean Six Sigma, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.