Senior Production Operations Leader

Briggs & Stratton; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Briggs & Stratton is seeking a seasoned Production Supervisor to lead the Production Supervisors, Group Leads, and related roles to sustain target production volumes and schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will oversee cost, quality, and safety across machining, fabrication and assembly operations, and drive improvements in efficiency, standardization, and equipment utilization while aligning with corporate policies and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in production management or related field is required.
• Minimum seven years of manufacturing experience in machining and/or assembly environments.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with ability to manage a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Directs activities of Production Supervisors, Group Leads, and other lead roles to maximize production and maintain schedules.
• Monitor costs, quality, and quantity of goods produced; optimize use of hours, machines, and facilities.
• Plan production schedules and manufacturing controls; respond to delays and initiate corrective actions.
• Coordinate programs in maintenance, safety, staffing, and housekeeping; administer company policies.
• Participate in budgeting and report on manufacturing performance relative to budgets.
• Assist in capital equipment selection and procurement for production areas.
• Perform full range of managerial duties including hiring, coaching, performance management, and budgeting.

Skills

Manufacturing supervision

Cost control

Production scheduling

Employee coaching

Safety awareness

Quality improvement

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Production Management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Manufacturing management software

Job description

Briggs & Stratton is seeking a seasoned Production Supervisor to lead the Production Supervisors, Group Leads, and related roles to sustain target production volumes and schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will oversee cost, quality, and safety across machining, fabrication and assembly operations, and drive improvements in efficiency, standardization, and equipment utilization while aligning with corporate policies and budgets.