Production Supervisor II

Production Supervisor II Location: Olive Township, MI (Onsite, 5 days/week)Contract Duration: Through May 2027 (with a possibility of extension)Hiring Manager: Bradley BlairManaging Recruiter: JessicaEnvironment: Coal-Powered Steam Plant (2 separate plants)Overview:The Production Supervisor II provides direct oversight of daily operations across two independent coal-powered steam plants. This role requires strong leadership, independent decision-making, and comfort supervising union employees in a heavy industrial environment. The supervisor serves as the primary point of accountability on back-shift operations with minimal on-site support.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise 5–8 union employees per shiftOversee day-to-day crew activities, task assignments, and shift planning Build, adjust, and manage shift schedulesHandle attendance management (sick calls, call-ins, coverage planning) Ensure production and maintenance tasks are completed safely and on time Function independently as the lead authority on back shifts Identify, address, and escalate operational or personnel issues Maintain all required administrative documentation related to workforce management Enforce safety procedures with strong emphasis on Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)Required Skills & ExperienceBachelor's Degree in a Technical Field, Skilled Trades, or related discipline (Required)2–4 years' experience demonstrating technical knowledge in power plant operations or similar heavy industrial operations (Required) Proven background as a Supervisor or LeadExperience working with a union workforce (strongly preferred) Background in power generation, foundry, oil & gas, or heavy industrial facilitiesAutomotive manufacturing experience acceptable Strong knowledge of LOTO safety proceduresHigh comfort level working independently with strong ownership mindset Proficiency in Microsoft Office / ExcelSAP experience is a strong plus No certifications required (training provided onsite) Work EnvironmentCoal-powered steam plant Industrial, physically demanding, and sometimes dirty environment Temperatures may exceed 100°FNo equipment operation required — oversight onlyTop 3 Non-NegotiablesProven supervisory background Outgoing, self-driven, independently motivated individual Strong ownership mindset and ability to oversee a work group without direct assistance