Supervisor I, Manufacturing

Galvion LTD; Newport (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Galvion is seeking a Supervisor I, Manufacturing in Newport, Vermont to lead daily production operations, drive safety, and foster a culture of continuous improvement on the shop floor. You will guide frontline teams, manage priorities, and ensure compliance with quality standards.

This hands-on leadership role oversees staffing, production schedules, and cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and HR to meet targets while upholding Lean and 6S principles.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Lean manufacturing experience and strong communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and MS Office suite.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage competing priorities.
• Mechanical aptitude; injection molding experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to manufacturing employees and Team Leads.
• Coordinate staffing, employee assignments, and daily production priorities.
• Monitor production schedules and performance to ensure requirements are met.
• Promote safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 6S initiatives to improve efficiency and safety.
• Coach, train, and develop employees and support cross-training.
• Monitor departmental performance metrics and communicate issues to leadership.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, HR and other departments to resolve problems.
• Ensure manufacturing activities comply with SOPs and safety requirements.
• Identify and communicate issues that may impact production goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Injection molding

Military experience

Education

Associate's degree in Business, Management, Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

THE COMPANY

Galvion is a global defense technology leader specializing in advanced protective solutions and intelligent power systems for military and tactical operations worldwide. We designs, develops, and manufactures ballistic helmets and data management solutions for the modern battlefield. Galvion emphasizes innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking design to meet the evolving needs of the modern world.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

As Supervisor I, Manufacturing, you will play a pivotal role in leading daily production operations, driving continuous improvement, and supporting team development on the manufacturing floor. In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee daily workflows, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to meet production targets. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven leader looking to foster an efficient, high-performing, and safety-first manufacturing environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to manufacturing employees and Team Leads.
• Coordinate staffing, employee assignments, and daily production priorities.
• Monitor production schedules and performance to ensure customer and operational requirements are met.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and teamwork.
• Support Lean Manufacturing and 6S initiatives focused on improving efficiency, safety, and workplace conditions.
• Coach, train, and develop employees while supporting cross-training and employee growth.
• Monitor departmental performance metrics and communicate issues and opportunities to leadership.
• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Human Resources, and other departments to resolve problems and improve processes.
• Ensure manufacturing activities comply with company policies, SOPs, Work Instructions, and applicable safety requirements.
• Identify and communicate equipment, process, staffing, and performance issues that may impact production or departmental goals.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Associate's degree in Business, Management, Manufacturing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop employees in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Mechanical aptitude and injection molding experience are a plus.
• Military experience is a plus.

WHY JOIN GALVION?

At Galvion, innovation, collaboration, and purpose drive everything we do. You'll work alongside talented professionals dedicated to developing advanced protective systems that help safeguard those who serve. We offer challenging work, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to products that make a real-world difference.

Galvion provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Galvion complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.