Production Supervisor
8 days ago
Springfield
Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership & Supervision • Lead and support employees within the assembly and final inspection departments., • Coordinate daily staffing and workflow priorities to meet production schedules and customer deadlines., • Monitor employee performance through coaching, feedback, corrective actions, and performance discussions., • Promote accountability, communication, teamwork, and employee engagement., • Assist in onboarding and training new employees on processes, safety expectations, and quality standards., • Communicate production updates, schedule changes, and departmental priorities effectively. Production & Operations • Ensure assembly and final inspection activities are completed accurately and on time., • Review schedules, sequences, and work priorities to maintain department efficiency., • Troubleshoot production or assembly issues and escalate concerns when necessary., • Support continuous improvement efforts related to efficiency, workflow, quality, and safety., • Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth production flow and issue resolution., • Assist with documentation, tracking production progress, and maintaining operational records. Quality & Inspection • Ensure products meet company quality standards after shipment or completion., • Verify inspections are completed properly and documentation is accurate., • Address quality concerns promptly and support corrective action implementation., • Reinforce adherence to work instructions, specifications, and assembly standards. Safety Responsibilities • Support and enforce company safety policies, procedures, and Destination Zero expectations., • Ensure employees are properly trained on JSAs/JHAs, PPE requirements, and safe work practices., • Conduct safety observations, inspections, and corrective actions as needed., • Stop work or escalate issues when unsafe conditions or behaviors are identified., • Ensure compliance with LOTO procedures and safe equipment operation practices. QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience • High school diploma or GED required., • 3–5 years of manufacturing, assembly, fabrication, or production experience., • Prior leadership, lead, or supervisory experience preferred., • Basic electrical, mechanical, or assembly troubleshooting knowledge., • Ability to read blueprints, prints, and schematics., • Experience using hand tools and power tools., • Strong communication and organizational skills., • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment., • PREFERRED: Previous supervisory experience in manufacturing or assembly environments., • PREFERRED: Forklift experience or certification., • PREFERRED: Knowledge of LOTO procedures and manufacturing safety standards., • PREFERRED: Experience with production documentation, scheduling, or performance management. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Strong leadership and coaching abilities., • Ability to work independently with limited supervision., • Strong sense of urgency and ownership., • Effective communication with employees, leadership, vendors, and support departments., • Ability to balance multiple priorities and adapt to changing production demands., • Self-starter with strong problem-solving capabilities., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Work Environment: • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted., • Exposure to manufacturing equipment, moving machinery, and production noise., • Occasional after-hours or emergency support may be required., • Work performed primarily indoors in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment., • Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, climbing, and reaching., • Travel between company locations as needed >10% Employment at Nothum Food Processing Systems is contingent upon the successfully completing both a pre-employment background check and a drug screening. All candidates hired must be able to provide proper documentation of their eligibility to work in the US (I-9 form). Nothum Food Processing Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans (M/F/D/V)