Supervisor

Job Description The Production Supervisor will lead and develop associates and team leaders in a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment. This role requires a leader who thinks strategically and prioritizes Safety, Quality, and Delivery (SQD) while driving continuous improvement and fostering cross-functional collaboration. The Production Supervisor should be highly organized, customer-focused, and capable of identifying and addressing issues through data-driven root cause analysis.Essential Functions & Responsibilities Directly supervise up to 50 employees in a production department.  Ensure compliance with standard operating procedure (SOP).  Coach, mentor, and develop associates and team leaders to achieve operational excellence.  Adjust resources to meet production demands.  Follow weekly schedules to achieve daily requirements.  Ensure compliance with required paperwork such as control sheets, weekly schedules, 5M changes etc.  Responsible for ensuring a safe environment and promoting a culture of safety among team members.  Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.  Conduct monthly performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback.  Identify and nurture future leadership within the team.  Translate strategic goals into tactical plans and measurable actions on the production floor.  Align team objectives with broader organizational goals to meet customer and business expectations.  Monitor KPIs and initiate actions to close performance gaps.  Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to ensure stable and efficient operations.  Actively participate in problem-solving teams and root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone, etc.).  Escalate issues appropriately while maintaining a sense of urgency and ownership.  Manage daily operations with a clear focus on Safety, Quality, and Delivery.  Support lean manufacturing principles and drive waste reduction initiatives.  Participate in driving corrective actions based on customer complaints, audits, and performance trends.Essential Functions & Responsibilities Associate or Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.  Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; Tier 1 automotive experience highly preferred.  Strong leadership and team-building skills.  Proven ability to think strategically and execute tactically under pressure.  Experience with lean tools and problem-solving methodologies.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.