About the Role
The Manufacturing Supervisor will be responsible for day-to-day workforce leadership, production execution, employee development, and continuous improvement while ensuring customer demand and production schedules are met.
Key Activities
Direct daily manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
Monitor production performance and adjust staffing and resources as needed.
Evaluate schedule attainment and address issues affecting output or workflow.
Work closely with planning, scheduling and operational support teams to maintain production flow.
Monitor productivity, production volumes and delivery performance.
Identify operational constraints and implement practical solutions to improve efficiency.
Lead, coach and develop production employees.
Ensure employees receive appropriate training, tools and resources to perform their jobs effectively.
Identify cross-training opportunities to improve workforce flexibility.
Provide ongoing coaching and address performance concerns when necessary.
Conduct employee performance reviews.
Promote employee engagement, accountability, and continuous learning.
Monitor attendance and staffing levels to support production requirements.
Maintain a strong safety-focused work environment.
Reinforce proper PPE usage and safe operating practices.
Support 5S standards and maintain clean, organized production areas.
Ensure employees understand applicable job safety procedures.
Identify and escalate unsafe equipment, tooling or workplace conditions.
Ensure non-conforming materials and quality concerns are addressed promptly.
Review quality trends and work with production teams to prevent recurring issues.
Support corrective actions and process improvements.
Help improve manufacturing methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
Ensure work is performed in accordance with established Quality and Safety Management Systems.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, workflow and labor utilization.
Review high-cost or inefficient areas and recommend improvements.
Use production data and performance metrics to drive better operational results.
Balance production output, quality, labor efficiency and customer delivery requirements.
Preferred Skills
Ability to coach, train and cross-train employees.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to analyze production issues and implement improvements.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and production requirements.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.
3–5 years of relevant manufacturing or production experience.
Previous experience supervising, leading, or directing employees in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of production operations, scheduling and resource planning.
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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