Manufacturing Supervisor

First Shift: Hours vary by week, typically M-F 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM with occasional mandatory Saturdays.

Position Summary: We are seeking a hands-on, people-focused Manufacturing Supervisor to lead daily operations on the manufacturing floor.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who drives performance while supporting the development and well-being of their team.

This role is responsible for overseeing safety, quality, delivery, staffing, production throughput -- all while ensuring a clean, organized, and efficient work environment aligned with 5S and lean principles.

Essential Functions:•People Leadership & Staffing o Lead and manage a production team, fostering a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.

o Partner with HR and operations leadership to hire, onboard, train, and retain hourly employees.

o Create and manage shift schedules to meet production and capacity goals.

o Provide timely coaching, performance feedback, and discipline when necessary.• Safety & 5S o Champion a safety-first culture; ensure compliance with company safety policies and OSHA regulations.

o Proactively identify and correct safety hazards.

o Implement and sustain 5S practices to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work area.• Quality & Continuous Improvement o Enforce quality standards and lead efforts to reduce defects and rework.

o Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to address root causes of nonconformance.

o Lead and participate in kaizen and process improvement initiatives.• Production & Delivery o Ensure daily production targets and delivery schedules are met or exceeded.

o Monitor workflow, machine utilization, and crew assignments to meet capacity demands.

o Escalate and resolve production barriers in real time.• Accountability & Communication o Conduct daily shift startup meetings and Gemba walks.

o Maintain clear communication with other shifts, departments, and leadership.

o Track and report KPIs related to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.

o Hold team members accountable to standards and expectations.• Team Development o Identify training gaps and cross-train team members to increase flexibility and capability.

o Act as a mentor and coach to develop future leaders.

o Encourage employee involvement in problem-solving and process improvements.