Compensation :$60,000 – $70,000 Per Year
Job Type:Direct Hire
Full Benefits:Yes
Location: Omaha, Nebraska

Job Description:

Job Summary of the Production Supervisor: The Production Supervisor will perform department
related production scheduling, inventory management, new/existing personnel training, interview, hire,
work with all departments to resolve product and quality problems, work with engineering to coordinate
change orders, perform depart quality activities, ensure safety compliance and will work directly with
sales and vendors on quality issues. The Production Supervisor will supervise and coordinate the
activities of manufacturing workers to safely and efficiently build and ship quality products to satisfy all
customers. Perform responsibilities and duties as assigned by the General/Plant Manager. The Area
Supervisor will strive to continuously improve business systems.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Production Supervisor:
o Provides leadership, guidance, direction, and authorization to carry out team goals based upon
business objectives.
o Takes responsibility for subordinates’ work activities.
o Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.
o Has/develops a strong understanding of SAP and other capacity planning tools and theories.
o Performs or assists subordinates in performing duties (is a “working” supervisor when
necessary).
o Creates an environment of continuous improvement of processes, controls, production, and
labor that satisfy the customer.
o Works with MRP Controllers to create schedule timelines and departmental workloads to
ensure sales order shipment dates are met.
o Develops a process plan including people, resources, equipment, and floor space for each
customer order.
o Plans flow of materials through the plant, including the development of the physical layout of
the plant, to assure that work is completed efficiently, profitably, and per schedule.
o Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules.
o Recommends and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment
performance, and quality of the product.
o Coordinates labor demand requirements by increasing or decreasing personnel and scheduling
overtime staffing to meet changing schedule requirements and sales order demands.
o Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
o Responsible for checking the accuracy of engineering, sales, and manufacturing office process
input to ensure customer’s final product is correct and within quality acceptance guidelines.
o Ensures any changes or corrections to the product or product designs are communicated to
appropriate departments and per established procedures so future product output is consistent
with customer expectations.
o Initiates, implements, and sustains 5S, Lean Manufacturing, and other organizational,
continuous improvement, and efficiency programs within the plant.
o Initiates and drives cross-training throughout his/her area of responsibility to support and
enhance workforce versatility, create an agile work center and meet company goals.
o Responsible for Monthly Department Safety Inspections.
o Completes and submits all accident and near miss reporting in their areas of supervision.
o Maintains and sustains 5S within the department.
o Upholds and supports the Quality and EHS policy.
o Practices, maintains, and adheres to ISO Quality System standards.
o Issues performance evaluations in a timely manner and disciplinary action for performance
when applicable.
o May manage/supervise 0-20 employees.
o Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of assigned areas.
o Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and
applicable laws.
o Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and
directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints and resolving problems.

Education & Experience of the Production Supervisor:
· Experience in a manufacturing environment
· Worked in an ISO certified quality environment
· 2+ years of Supervision experience is required.
· Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six
months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education
and experience.
· Safety compliance and knowledge of OSHA 10 or 30 a plus
· Must have experience creating written procedures, instructions
· Can actively resolve customer product issues
· Production and inventory scheduling experience
· SAP a plus
· Working knowledge of MS-Office (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook) required