Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor San Jose, CA Full-Time Manufacturing / Operations Shift: Day or Swing A global electronics manufacturing leader is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to support high-volume, high-mix manufacturing operations in San Jose, CA. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys driving operational excellence across SMT and Mechanical Assembly processes. About the Role The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily shop-floor operations, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining strict quality, safety, and efficiency standards. You will lead a team of operators and assemblers, partner closely with cross-functional teams, and support New Product Introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities * Supervise day-to-day production activities within SMT and Mechanical Assembly areas * Ensure production targets, KPIs, and delivery commitments are achieved * Monitor and improve yield, throughput, downtime, and labor efficiency * Lead, coach, and develop production operators and line support staff * Enforce safety, ESD compliance, and quality standards (ISO 9001, IPC) * Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Materials, PM, and Warehouse teams to resolve production and material issues, particularly during NPI builds * Identify and escalate production risks, bottlenecks, and quality concerns * Conduct shift handovers, daily production meetings, and performance reporting * Manage staffing, scheduling, and overtime based on business needs * Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Kaizen) * Maintain accurate production data using ERP / MES / SFC systems Required Skills & Experience * Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing environment * Strong understanding of SMT processes, PCBA manufacturing, and production flow * Working knowledge of IPC-A-610 standards, ESD practices, and ISO quality systems * Experience using SAP or similar ERP systems; familiarity with MES/SFC tools * Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze metrics and drive improvements * Strong problem-solving skills and comfort operating in fast-paced settings * Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities * Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred * (Equivalent 5+ years of relevant experience will be considered) * 3-5+ years of experience in manufacturing, ideally within SMT/PCBA operations * Prior supervisory or team-lead experience required Benefits Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO