Production Supervisor - Lean Manufacturing

Columbus McKinnon Corporation; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking a Supervisor, Production to oversee manufacturing operations, ensure quality and cost targets, and meet delivery requirements in a high-standards environment. The role emphasizes Lean practices, cross-functional collaboration, and strong supervision across production staff.

Ideal candidates have an A.A. or higher with 5+ years in manufacturing leadership, preference for a Bachelor's degree, and experience with Lean, ERP systems, and performance management

Qualifications

• Lean manufacturing experience driving continuous improvement.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and data-driven problem solving.
• Experience coaching, guiding, and influencing others on performance.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, schedule and delegate work assignments, and directly supervise the assigned production functions to ensure the production of the highest quality parts and products at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance, and customer specifications and delivery requirements.
• Establish and/or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules. Interpret specifications and drawings; delegate job orders and work duties to appropriate production staff.
• Participate on cross-functional teams to ensure the continual on-going improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs.
• Analyze and resolve production problems, or assist workers in solving problems.
• Inspect products prior to shipping to verify conformance to specifications when required.
• Initiate or suggest plans to motivate workers to achieve departmental goals.
• Organize orders for upcoming dates in a timely and accurate manner; estimate hours, order materials or drawings as required.
• Ensure the training of new and present employees in the processes and methods required to achieve the company’s standards for quality, quantity and safety, and consistent with the company’s principles.
• Keep management informed on general conditions and on matters of importance which could impact quality, cost, safety or employee moral.
• Handle employee relations issues. Develop and maintain positive employee relations and ensure open lines of communication with employees.
• Recruit, interview, and hire the right employees for open positions.
• Ensure the completion of all required records, paperwork, reports, documents, etc.
• Ensure organizational compliance with all local, state and federal regulatory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and work rules and regulations. Ensure the maintenance of departmental housekeeping standards.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Performance management

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Columbus McKinnon Corporation is seeking a Supervisor, Production to oversee manufacturing operations, ensure quality and cost targets, and meet delivery requirements in a high-standards environment. The role emphasizes Lean practices, cross-functional collaboration, and strong supervision across production staff.

Ideal candidates have an A.A. or higher with 5+ years in manufacturing leadership, preference for a Bachelor's degree, and experience with Lean, ERP systems, and performance management