Production Supervisor - Second Shift

EHOB, Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

EHOB, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Production Supervisor to lead day-to-day manufacturing and warehouse operations, ensuring safe, efficient production flow and accurate material handling.

This hands-on leader oversees training, performance, and continuous improvement, working with Operations leadership and HR to maintain productivity and quality. You will supervise 80–100 production employees and temporary staff, assign work, monitor performance, support hiring and disciplinary actions, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 10+ years as a team leader or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read safety rules and maintenance instructions; communicate clearly.
• Ability to supervise 80–100 employees and manage workflow.
• Forklift and cherry picker certification required.
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor production machines for safe, efficient operation.
• Assign employees to stations based on skill and production needs.
• Train and certify employees on machine operation and procedures.
• Direct daily work to meet production and fulfillment goals.
• Supervise production, picking, packing, receiving, and transfers via WMS.
• Monitor performance, conduct evaluations, and support HR processes.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and daily data entry of tickets.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Knowledge of products

Accountability

Work quality

Adaptability

Strategic thinking

Education

GED/High school diploma

Tools

Forklift certification

Cherry picker certification

Job description

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising day‑to‑day manufacturing and warehouse operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate production and material flow. This role provides hands‑on leadership on the production floor, oversees employee training and performance, manages inventory and WMS‑driven workflows, and supports continuous improvement initiatives. The Production Supervisor works closely with Operations leadership and Human Resources to maintain productivity, quality, and a positive workplace culture. This position requires active involvement in floor-level operations.

• Set up, operate, and monitor production machines to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Assign employees to machines and workstations based on skill and production needs.
• Train employees on proper machine operation and certify employees upon completion of required training.
• Demonstrate a working understanding of production scheduling and material requirements.
• Employee Supervision & Workforce Management
• Assist with the supervision of approximately 80-100 production employees and temporary associates.
• Plan, assign, and direct daily work activities to meet production and fulfillment goals.
• Monitor employee performance and productivity; assist with performance evaluations.
• Support hiring, training, discipline, and termination processes in accordance with company policies and applicable labor laws.
• Approve time off, address employee concerns, and resolve workplace issues.
• Partner with Human Resources to promote a positive, respectful, and compliant workplace culture.
• Supervise and coordinate production, assembly, picking, packing, receiving, replenishment, material handling, and internal transfers using the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Manage WMS-driven workflows, including work order execution, task assignments, staging, line clearance verification, and order fulfillment.
• Monitor WMS task queues, dashboards, and workflows to maintain throughput, identify bottlenecks, and ensure scan compliance and operational accuracy.
• Utilize WMS reports and performance data to track productivity, accuracy, and operational trends.
• Train and support employees on WMS procedures, handheld devices, and system compliance requirements.
• Troubleshoot basic system and workflow issues; elevate complex issues to leadership or IT and provide feedback to support system improvements and enhancements.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and support purchasing activities as needed.
• Perform daily data entry of production tickets and operational data.
• Assist with research and development activities related to production processes or equipment.
• Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with company objectives.
• Train employees on equipment use, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety rules and quality requirements.
• Promote consistent execution of procedures and best practices across the production floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with 10+ years as a team leader, related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, commons fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be certified to drive a forklift and a cherry picker.
• Must have good communication skills. Must possess good hand-eye coordination. Must manage time well.

Required Skills

• Communication: Effectively communicate to internal and external business partners by sharing expertise to encourage accomplishment of shared business goals.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Actively support and collaborate with peers and team members to contribute to overall company success.
• Knowledge: Display knowledge of department, applicable products, services and business objectives. Demonstrate a continuous learning mindset through continued professional and personal development.
• Accountability: Follow through with tasks and responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Work Quality: Produces results, meets goals, and provides services that meets or exceeds EHOB’s standards.
• Adaptability: Readily and effectively adapts way of working, thinking and acting in response to changing workplace conditions, targets or goals.
• Strategic Thinking: Demonstrate ability to understand a situation or obstacle from all perspectives.