Production Supervisor: Safety-Driven Leader & Coach

Knauf Insulation; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site health care

Medical dental vision

Virtual medical services

Fertility & adoption benefits

401(k) with match

Paid parental leave

Paid family leave

Salary continuance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

EAP

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Knauf Insulation is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to lead a manufacturing crew and ensure safe, efficient production across shifts. You will drive continuous improvement in quality and safety while mentoring a high-performing team.

The role requires 3–5 years in industrial production with supervisory experience, and knowledge of SAP and production processes. This is a full-time onsite position offering growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in related field required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of production experience in an industrial manufacturing facility.
• 3+ years of supervisory/leadership experience in a similar environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of all crew members during shifts and enforce policies.
• Direct and oversee Production and QA employees, providing feedback.
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities for crew members.
• Verify readiness of raw materials, labeling, equipment, and labor for runs.
• Monitor environmental procedures and ensure compliance within response times.
• Collaborate with departments to improve processes, products and safety.
• Troubleshoot high-level issues with Operators, Maintenance, or Management.
• Communicate KPIs, corrective actions, and plans to crew via boards/meetings.
• Review production schedules, assign tasks, and ensure staffing and equipment performance.
• Prepare and maintain paperwork for shifts and communicate across shifts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Production supervision

Safety protocols

Process improvement

Scheduling

MS Excel

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Knauf Insulation is seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to lead a manufacturing crew and ensure safe, efficient production across shifts. You will drive continuous improvement in quality and safety while mentoring a high-performing team.

The role requires 3–5 years in industrial production with supervisory experience, and knowledge of SAP and production processes. This is a full-time onsite position offering growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.