Supervisor, Production (CDT)

Trojan Battery Company; Attica (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong leadership and team development skills; effective written and verbal communication; basic data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate manufacturing operations to meet schedules, quality, and cost objectives.
• Supervise hourly production employees and develop, train, and motivate the team.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focusing on cost reduction, safety, and efficiency.
• Manage handling of rework and scrap in line with quality standards and processes.
• Support accurate financial reporting and communicate concerns through proper channels.
• Directly supervise production staff and oversee performance management, coaching, and development.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Written and verbal communication

Data entry

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and supervising production employees engaged in major and minor manufacturing operations. This role ensures production goals are achieved safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively while maintaining quality standards and fostering employee development and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership

Direct and coordinate manufacturing operations related to battery grid and plate processing to meet production schedules, quality requirements, and cost objectives. Ensure compliance with all quality, reliability, and operational standards while maximizing efficiency and minimizing waste. Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions to achieve operational targets.

Employee Supervision and Development

Provide direct supervision, guidance, and support to hourly production employees. Develop, train, and motivate team members to maximize productivity, efficiency, teamwork, and engagement while reinforcing company values. Address employee questions, assembly challenges, and procedural issues to maintain smooth operations.

Operational Excellence

Coordinate and participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including cost reduction, process improvement, safety, housekeeping, communication, and employee training programs. Anticipate and resolve production issues such as equipment downtime, material shortages, staffing concerns, and scheduling conflicts. Develop and implement solutions to minimize production interruptions and optimize labor utilization.

Quality and Materials Management

Ensure proper handling and disposition of rework and scrap materials through repair, reprocessing, or documentation in accordance with company procedures. Maintain adherence to quality standards and support corrective and preventive action initiatives.

Financial and Compliance Responsibilities

Support the accurate reporting of company financial information. Report any known inaccuracies or concerns regarding financial reporting to designated leadership, including the Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, or Chairperson of the Audit Committee, in CoreNET. with accordance with company policies. Communicate employee reports regarding financial reporting concerns through established reporting channels.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises production employees within the assigned department. Responsible for employee performance management, training, coaching, and development.

Qualifications

• Education High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Required Experience Minimum of three (3) years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Required Skills Strong leadership and team development skills. Effective written and verbal communication abilities. Basic computer and data entry proficiency. Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in both a manufacturing and office environment. Requires frequent standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods. Ability to climb stairs multiple times throughout the workday. Occasional travel may be required. Exposure to typical manufacturing plant conditions, including noise and production equipment.

if you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! Powering the world is rapidly changing. C&D / Trojan (C&D Technologies, Inc., and Trojan Battery Company, LLC) is a leading global producer of energy storage solutions driven by technology and innovation. We share a common vision and work as one team supporting each other across a collaborative and dynamic organization.