Due to an upcoming retirement, a made-to-order manufacturer is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to learn the company's manufacturing processes and become a key contributor to the company's continues success.

About the Role:

You will report to the Operations Manager and once thoroughly trained, you will have 15-20 direct reports on a 4–10-hour day Monday-Thursday 6:00-4:30 shift.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Direct the activities of your team to include making work, assignments, scheduling hours while making the most effective use of your team's time and talents.
• Direct and train employees on correct methods/procedures for assigned jobs
• Audit and review work for quality/completeness.  Ensure the efficiency of the methods used in the production process.
• Inspect company equipment for safety problems and coordinate the necessaey repair work.
• Supervise the use and control of parts, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure the adherence to all safety policies.
• Evaluate employee performance, making recommendations for improvement when needed.

Your background should include:

• High school diploma.  Prefer some college or technical training.
• 1-3 years of experience in any type of manufacturing supervision
• Solid mechanical ability
• Understanding of basic math and calculating percentages
• Ability to use hand tools in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to think conceptually and understand system requirements

Why this opportunity:

• Very stable company that has been in business since 1979
• Excellent family-friendly culture.  People matter!!
• Many long-tenured employees
• Medical benefits including vision and dental
• 401(k) with match
• 4 day work week with paid OT on Fridays when needed

We are seeking local/commutable candidates.