Senior Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

Daikin Applied Americas; Faribault (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

401K with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Paid sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daikin Applied seeks a Senior Production Supervisor to lead 2nd shift operations in Faribault, MN. You will set production standards, manage budgets, and coordinate with multiple departments to optimize utilization of people, machines, and processes.

You will drive continuous improvement through Lean, 5S, and Kaizen initiatives, while ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. A strong background in manufacturing leadership and problem solving is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of related experience in manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of direct supervisory experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Confers with management to review and establish production standards, budgets, and cost controls.
• Plans and monitors production activities and establishes priorities.
• Coordinates production with various departments for optimum utilization of resources.
• Reviews production and quality reports to identify nonconformities and recommend improvements.
• Develops and implements lean practices, 5S, and Kaizen to improve efficiency and safety.
• Suggests revisions to production schedules due to equipment issues.
• Consults with engineering on machine improvements to enhance quality and throughput.
• Coordinates with EH&S on worker training and safety.
• Works with HR on recruitment, policy and employee relations.
• Participates in grievance and labor meetings, including potential union negotiations.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Continuous improvement

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems

Quality control metrics

Job description

Join the world’s largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a Senior Production Supervisor. You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location:

In Office - Faribault, MN, 2nd shift

Your Responsibilities:

• Confers with management to review andestablishproduction standards, developbudgetand cost controls, and to obtain dataregardingtypes, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered.

• Plans andmonitorsproduction activities andestablishesproduction priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.

• Coordinates production activities with Production Control,Purchasing, Manufacturing Services, Maintenance, and subordinate supervisors to obtainoptimumproduction andutilizationof human resources, machines, and equipment.

• Reviews and analyzes production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports todeterminecauses of nonconformity with product specifications, andoperatingor production problems, and recommends process changes.

• Assistwith developing and implementing new standard operational and work practices and procedures designed toeliminateoperating problems, enhanceefficiencyand lean practices, improve product quality, and improvework placesafety. Observes workers to ensure compliance with standards. Creates a continuous improvement cultureutilizingLean Manufacturing, 5S principles, Kaizen activity, and employee participation.

• Provides suggestions to management for revising production schedules and prioritiesas a result ofequipment failure or operating problems.

• Consults with engineering relative to modification of machines and equipmentin order to improve production and quality of products.

• Coordinates with the Environmental Health and Safety Managerregardingtraining forworkers on issues related to health and safety, mayfacilitatetraining either personally or through subordinate supervisors.

• Coordinates with the Human Resources Director and Human Resources team on issues related to recruitment and selection, employee relations, training and development, compensation, conflict resolution, motivation, corrective action, policy, contract and employment law interpretation and all employee related strategic decisions.

• Participates in grievance meetings and labor management group meetings toassistwith resolving or effecting settlement of grievances. Mayparticipatein Union contract negotiations.

Your Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• 5+ years of related experience inmanufacturing

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field(preferred)

• 3+ years of direct supervisory experience (preferred)

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance

• 401K retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off and company paid holidays

• Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law

• Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $80,400 to $136,800 +10% BIP in MN. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

If you’re looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you’ll love a career at Daikin Applied!