Shift Lead: Lean Production & Safety, TPM Champion

Hunter Recruiting; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Recruiting's client seeks a Production Supervisor to lead shift operations, direct hourly associates, and ensure safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets are met across the plant.

You will foster a strong safety culture, coach teams on safe work practices, implement TPM and continuous improvement initiatives, and develop talent through clear performance expectations and structured training plans.

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, distribution, or related settings.
• Experience leading teams and developing talent in a fast-paced environment.
• Lean, TPM, or continuous improvement experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift operations and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and aligned with plant goals.
• Coordinate and verify completion of safety training and monthly safety initiatives.
• Promote a strong safety culture by coaching on safe work practices and compliance with standards.
• Communicate customer expectations and ensure production schedules support delivery and quality requirements.
• Investigate quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Drive TPM and continuous improvement, including Autonomous Maintenance and Focused Improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop hourly associates with clear performance expectations and training plans.
• Support cost reduction, productivity improvement, and waste elimination through standard work and resource planning.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Communication

Change agent mindset

Lean/TPM

Talent development

Production scheduling

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related field

Job description

Hunter Recruiting's client seeks a Production Supervisor to lead shift operations, direct hourly associates, and ensure safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets are met across the plant.

You will foster a strong safety culture, coach teams on safe work practices, implement TPM and continuous improvement initiatives, and develop talent through clear performance expectations and structured training plans.