Sorting Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

MacLean-Fogg Company; Farmington Hills, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg Company is seeking a Production Supervisor, Sorting to oversee daily sorting operations across all shifts, ensuring production goals and quality standards are met. You will coordinate with sorting team members, manage schedules, and maintain a safe, organized workspace.

You will drive process improvements, train staff, enforce 5S, and collaborate with Quality Control and Engineering to resolve issues and reduce downtime.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a manufacturing or sorting environment with 1-2 years in a lead role.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; prolonged standing, bending and walking.
• Experience providing direction, training, and support to team members.
• Familiarity with 5S principles and safety/quality policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the sorting team to meet production goals.
• Provide direction, training, and support to sorting team members.
• Coach and train new and existing employees to improve performance.
• Ensure parts meet quality standards by performing inspections.
• Monitor output and efficiency; address defects or non-conformances.
• Collaborate with Quality Control and Engineering to resolve issues.
• Drive process improvements to minimize downtime and scrap.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in sorting.

Skills

Lead supervisory experience

Training and development

Quality checks

Process improvement

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor, Sorting is responsible for overseeing the sorting operations across all shifts to ensure production goals and quality standards are met. This role involves coordinating with sorting team members, managing production schedules, conducting quality checks, and maintaining a safe, organized workspace. The Production Supervisor, Sorting will also drive process improvements and assist with training and development of team members in the sorting area.

Job Details

• Position Type: Full time, Salary Non-Exempt

• Work Location: 23400 Haggerty Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48335

• Shift: 1st Shift (7:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

• Pay: $60,000 - $70,000 Salary

What You’ll Do as a Sorting Production Supervisor

• Oversee daily operations of the sorting team to ensure efficient workflow and meet production goals

• Provide direction, training, and support to sorting team members

• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to new employees and ongoing support to existing team members to enhance skills and performance

• Ensure all parts meet quality standards by performing regular inspections and guiding team members in quality checks

• Monitor the output and performance of the assigned production area(s), ensuring targets are met for quantity, quality, and efficiency

• Identify and address any defects or non-conformance issues promptly

• Collaborate with Quality Control and Engineering teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions

• Assist with optimize processes to minimize downtime, reduce scrap, and improve efficiency

• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the sorting department

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, promoting best practices

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality policies, maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment

• Enforce adherence to 5S principles (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to promote a clean, organized, and efficient work environment

• Collaborate with quality manager to improve sorting methods and workflow efficiency

• Identify and propose improvements in machinery, materials, and production techniques

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or sorting environment, with at least 1-2 years in a lead or supervisory role

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Prolonged standing, bending, and walking for extended periods of time

Benefits at MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial security, time away, and career development:

• Medical insurancewith four Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options and 100% coverage for eligible preventive care

• 401(k) retirement planwith a company match of up to 3.5%, full vesting after two years, and discretionary profit sharing

• Paid time off and paid holidaysto rest, recharge, and spend time with family

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)with company contributions of up to $1,000 for individual coverage or $2,000 for family coverage

• Company-paid life insurance

• Short-term disability insurance

• Long-term disability insuranceavailable through voluntary coverage

• Paid parental leavefollowing an eligible birth, adoption, or placement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)with mental health, legal, and financial support through Spring Health

• Four free therapy sessions each yearfor employees and each eligible family member

• Free 24/7 virtual healthcarethrough Teladoc

• Tuition reimbursementfor eligible degrees and continuing education

• Professional and leadership developmentthrough LinkedIn Learning and MacLean-Fogg development programs

• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance

• Virtual physical therapythrough Hinge Health

• On-demand access to earned wagesthrough PayActiv

• Employee wellness and savings programs, including wellness incentives, equipment rebates, charitable donation matching, and a new-vehicle rebate program

• Holiday appreciation giftsfor employees and their families

Benefits are subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

About MacLean-Fogg

MacLean-Fogg is a privately held, fourth-generation family-owned manufacturer with more than 100 years of history. We manufacture engineered components for automotive and industrial applications and operate facilities across the United States.

Our long-term ownership allows us to invest in our people, manufacturing capabilities, customers, and communities. We are committed to integrity, people, customer excellence, stewardship, continuous improvement, and building lasting relationships with our employees and customers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MacLean-Fogg is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process may contact [e-mail].