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The Production Supervisor coordinates daily production operations in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. The role is accountable for work direction, workflow execution, quality oversight, safety compliance, operational record keeping, and resolution of routine production issues. The position requires regular interaction with employees and cross-functional partners and consistent application of established operating procedures and standards.
Essential Functions
- Direct and coordinate daily production activities, including assigning work, monitoring workflow, and resolving operational issues to meet production, quality, and safety expectations.
- Provide day-to-day supervision and work direction to frontline or contracted employees, including training on procedures, work methods, and required safety practices.
- Monitor production output, downtime, quality results, and related records; review information for accuracy and take appropriate action to address variances.
- Coordinate with maintenance, quality, shipping, and other business partners to maintain continuity of operations, material availability, and timely completion of production activities.
- Use production systems, computers, and standard office software to document activity, communicate updates, and maintain operational and compliance records.
Competencies
Knowledge & Application
- Working knowledge of production processes, equipment, and workflow coordination in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
- Knowledge of applicable safety procedures, operational standards, and production requirements.
- Ability to organize work, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple production demands.
- Ability to review quality, productivity, and inventory-related information and take appropriate action within established guidelines.
- Proficiency with production systems and standard office software used for communication and recordkeeping.
Complexity & Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves routine production, workflow, and equipment-related issues and escalates non-routine matters as appropriate.
Collaboration & Interaction
- Regular interaction with employees, contractors, and cross-functional partners is required to coordinate workflow and communicate operational priorities.
- Clear verbal and written communication is required to provide work direction, document activity, and escalate issues.
- Work requires attention to operational details, quality expectations, and established process requirements.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
- Provides day-to-day direction and oversight for frontline or contracted employees performing production-related work.
- Assigns tasks, communicates expectations, monitors work execution, and addresses routine performance or operational issues.
- Supports onboarding, training, and adherence to company procedures, work methods, and safety requirements.
Work Environment
- Work is performed in both production and office settings.
- Regular standing, walking, bending, and visual observation of production activities are required.
- Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of materials or equipment up to 50 lbs may be required.
- Exposure to industrial noise, moving equipment, and varying temperatures may occur.
- Required personal protective equipment must be used in designated production areas.
Required Education & Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in logistics, supply chain, business, manufacturing, or a related field may be considered based on organizational needs and role scope.
- Three years of experience in a packaging, production, or manufacturing environment required.
- One year of supervisory or lead experience required.
Must be authorized to work in the United States
What We Offer
- Competitive package in a disruptive startup
- Stock options
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance with employer-paid premiums
- Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability policies
- Employee Assistance Program with free referrals and discounts
- 401(k) plan, 3% Match
- Commuter benefits
- Annual Training & Development support
- Flexible vacation policy with a generous holiday schedule
- Exciting opportunity to work with a talented and fun team
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