Sr Production Supervisor

Flowmaster Mufflers, Inc.; New Braunfels, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowmaster Mufflers, Inc. in New Braunfels, TX is seeking a Senior Production Supervisor to lead manufacturing and distribution operations, drive on-time delivery, and optimize labor utilization.

You will coordinate with Sales, Customer Service, Planning, Engineering, and Purchasing to balance priorities and meet customer demand. Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in manufacturing, 3-5 years leading supervisors or multiple departments, experience with ERP systems, and a strong Lean mindset to

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of manufacturing experience.
• 3-5 years of progressive leadership experience managing supervisors or multiple production departments.
• Experience in sewing, assembly, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of assigned manufacturing and distribution departments.
• Ensure customer orders are produced and shipped within established lead times.
• Balance labor resources across departments to meet changing production demands.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust priorities to maximize throughput and customer service.
• Remove operational bottlenecks and resolve production issues affecting delivery performance.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for daily operational challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Lean Manufacturing

Scheduling

KPIs

Communication

Education

High School/GED

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Full Time New Braunfels, TX, US

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Lead the daily operations of assigned manufacturing and distribution departments.
• Ensure customer orders are produced and shipped within established lead times.
• Balance labor resources across departments to meet changing production demands.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust priorities to maximize throughput and customer service.
• Remove operational bottlenecks and resolve production issues affecting delivery performance.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for daily operational challenges.

Leadership & Employee Development

• Directly supervise Production Supervisors and Shipping/Receiving Supervisors.
• Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and lead personnel.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing performance feedback.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and succession planning.
• Recommend promotions, disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and terminations.
• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
• Promote a safe work environment by ensuring employees utilize required PPE and follow established work procedures.
• Conduct routine safety observations and participate in accident investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Production & Customer Service

• Monitor production performance against schedule and customer demand.
• Coordinate production priorities with Sales, Customer Service, Planning, Engineering, and Purchasing.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained throughout manufacturing operations.
• Resolve customer delivery issues through proactive production planning.
• Support new product introductions and production readiness.

Inventory & Materials Management

• Ensure accurate inventory of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment with Purchasing and Planning.
• Oversee material movement to support uninterrupted production.
• Ensure Global Shop transactions are completed accurately and timely.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production metrics to identify opportunities for increased efficiency.
• Develop and monitor departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Standardize best practices across assigned departments.

Equipment & Facilities

• Coordinate equipment maintenance priorities with Maintenance.
• Ensure production equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
• Identify capital equipment and facility improvement opportunities.
• Minimize equipment downtime through effective planning and communication.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Review daily production reports and operational metrics.
• Ensure accurate production reporting within Global Shop.
• Maintain departmental documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare reports and updates for the Senior Operations Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Equivalent manufacturing leadership experience may be considered in lieu of formal continued education.
• High School/GED, required

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of manufacturing experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive leadership experience managing supervisors or multiple production departments.
• Experience in sewing, assembly, or manufacturing operations preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and coaching skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong understanding of production scheduling and capacity planning.
• Working knowledge of inventory control and material planning.
• Ability to analyze KPIs and operational performance data.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The Senior Production Supervisor is accountable for achieving performance goals in the following areas:

• Safety performance
• Productivity and labor efficiency
• Quality and first-pass yield
• Inventory accuracy
• Employee training and cross-training completion
• Scrap and rework reduction
• Employee engagement and retention

Physical Requirements

• Regular walking throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.