Supervisor Production - 2nd Shift

Dana Corp; Cumberland Heights (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana Corp in Cumberland Heights, Tennessee, seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in meeting output targets. You will lead frontline employees, coordinate workflow, and drive continuous improvement initiatives within a busy plant environment.

The role requires leadership, strong problem-solving, and excellent communication to resolve issues and coach staff on SOPs and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience.
• 3+ years of experience.
• Leadership and team management.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production team members and assign tasks to meet daily output goals.
• Monitor production processes to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Resolve operational issues and elevate concerns to management or engineering as needed.
• Train and coach employees on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
• Maintain accurate production records and support shift handovers.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience

3+ years of experience

Job description

Job Purpose

The Production Supervisor oversees daily manufacturing operations, ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. This role manages frontline employees, coordinates workflow, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise production team members and assign tasks to meet daily output goals.
• Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Resolve operational issues and elevate concerns to management or engineering as needed.
• Train and coach employees on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
• Maintain accurate production records and support shift handovers.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
• 3+ years of experience

Skills

• Leadership and team management.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and safety protocols.