Assistant Production Supervisor

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Assistant Production Supervisor supports the Production Supervisor in coordinating daily manufacturing activities, ensuring efficient production workflows, and maintaining high standards of quality and workplace safety. This role provides hands-on support to production employees, assists with staffing and work assignments, monitors production performance, and helps resolve operational challenges. The Assistant Production Supervisor also plays an important role in employee training, continuous improvement initiatives, and maintaining a positive and productive work environment. Working closely with the Production Supervisor and other departments, this position helps ensure that production targets are met while promoting teamwork, accountability, and operational efficiency. This position is based in Ohatchee, Alabama, reports to the Production Supervisor, and requires on-site presence.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Daily Production Operations

• Support daily production activities, staffing, material availability, and workflow to meet production targets.
• Communicate priorities, operational updates, and delays to employees and management.
• Monitor production output, efficiency, downtime, and bottlenecks.
• Identify and resolve routine production issues, coordinating with Maintenance and Quality as needed.
• Report equipment issues and follow up on maintenance requests.
• Maintain accurate daily production data and performance records.

Team Leadership & Employee Development

• Guide and support production employees under the Production Supervisor’s direction.
• Reinforce work instructions, production expectations, and operating procedures.
• Assist with onboarding, training, cross-training, and employee development.
• Promote a positive, respectful, and accountable work environment.
• Monitor performance, recognize progress, and communicate coaching needs.
• Address routine concerns and escalate attendance, conduct, or performance issues.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Reinforce quality standards, work instructions, and QMS requirements.
• Monitor product quality and report nonconformities, supporting corrective actions.
• Promote safe work practices, proper PPE use, and good housekeeping.
• Report hazards, injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
• Stop or escalate unsafe work within assigned authority.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Efficiency

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, workflow, and material usage.
• Participate in Lean manufacturing, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support root-cause analysis and implementation of approved process improvements.
• Encourage employee involvement and cross-departmental collaboration.

Reporting & Administrative Support

• Monitor labor utilization, material consumption, and production efficiency.
• Review production records and timesheets for accuracy before approval.
• Maintain training, operational, and quality documentation.
• Update the Production Supervisor on performance, staffing, and operational concerns.
• Support HR processes and coordinate employee activities within delegated authority; formal disciplinary, staffing, evaluation, and budget decisions remain with designated management.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; postsecondary education in manufacturing, operations management, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in manufacturing or production operations, preferably in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience as a team lead, production coordinator, or in a supervisory support role is an asset.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, production workflows, and operational performance measures.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles, standardized work, and continuous improvement practices.
• Knowledge of workplace safety requirements, quality standards, and production procedures.
• Ability to monitor production performance, maintain accurate records, and identify operational issues.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to guide, coach, and support employees while following established management direction.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and respond effectively to production challenges.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work with production reporting systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or a Quality Management System is an asset.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DEMONSTRATE:

• Leadership & Employee Support: Guide, motivate, and support production employees while promoting accountability, teamwork, and a positive work environment.
• Organization & Prioritization: Coordinate daily activities, manage competing priorities, and support production schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Communication & Collaboration: Communicate clearly with employees, the Production Supervisor, and supporting departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Coaching & Employee Development: Support onboarding, training, cross-training, and employee skill development while reinforcing established work procedures.
• Quality & Safety Focus: Maintain high standards of product quality, workplace safety, and compliance with established procedures.
• Operational Efficiency: Promote the effective use of labor, equipment, and materials to support productivity and minimize waste.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve production processes, reduce inefficiencies, and support Lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Accountability & Attention to Detail: Maintain accurate records, follow through on responsibilities, and promptly communicate operational concerns.
• Adaptability & Conflict Resolution: Respond effectively to changing production priorities and help address routine workplace challenges professionally.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Dedicated and passionate team
• Flexible work schedule and work-life balance ( 4-10 Shift)
• Group insurance plan
• 401(k) with employer matching contribution
• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation
• Employee referral program
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Continuous training and development opportunitie

If this challenge resonates with you and aligns with your strengths, send your application to the Human Resources Department at: [email protected]

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have working in a manufacturing or production environment?
• Have you been responsible for training, coaching, or coordinating production employees?
• What are your annual base salary expectations in USD?
• Do you have previous experience working in a textile manufacturing environment?

Ability to Commute:

• Ohatchee, AL 36271 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person