Production Supervisor

Location: Baxter, MN
Department: Production
Reports To: Production Department Manager
Classification: Exempt | Full-Time

Lead. Develop. Improve. Make an Impact.

LINDAR is looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to join our team and help lead our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for supporting daily production, developing and coaching employees, maintaining quality and safety standards, and helping the team achieve production goals.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, has strong mechanical aptitude, and knows how to build a team while holding people accountable.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise the production team to successfully execute daily production plans and schedules.
• Communicate effectively with production teams and department leadership to keep operations running smoothly.
• Monitor production performance and ensure accurate, timely completion of production records and documentation.
• Ensure employees follow established work instructions, standard practices, safety requirements, and company procedures.
• Coordinate machine setups with the Setup Technician team to minimize downtime and keep production moving.
• Partner with the Quality team to ensure timely first-article approvals, product inspections, and overall product quality.
• Plan and coordinate break coverage to maintain production efficiency.
• Promote Lean principles and encourage employee participation in continuous improvement, safety, and Lean initiatives.
• Participate in interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new team members.
• Support employee training, development, and cross-training to build a stronger, more flexible team.
• Review and approve timecards and manage employee schedules and PTO.
• Provide coaching and feedback, monitor performance improvement plans, and recommend corrective action when needed.
• Participate in employee performance reviews and help team members reach their full potential.
• Serve as a positive, visible leader who promotes teamwork, accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Leadership & Communication

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to coach, develop, and motivate employees.
• Ability to hold team members accountable while maintaining positive working relationships.

Manufacturing & Technical Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Solid understanding of work instructions, Bills of Materials (BOMs), production schedules, and product information.
• Understanding of production data, metrics, and data collection methods.
• Ability to identify problems, prioritize effectively, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a strong production team.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.

What You Can Expect

• A professional, clean manufacturing environment.
• A hands-on leadership role with the opportunity to make a direct impact on production, quality, safety, and employee development.
• A fast-paced environment where teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement are valued.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to spend significant time walking and standing throughout the manufacturing facility.

Schedule

This is a full-time, exempt position, generally working 40–50 hours per week, based on business and production needs.

Important Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities. Responsibilities may change as business needs require.

LINDAR is looking for a leader who is ready to roll up their sleeves, support their team, and help us continue to improve. If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Experience

Preferred

• 5 year(s): Manufactoring
• 3 year(s): Supervisory

Behaviors

Required

• Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause
• Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Required

• Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Preferred

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business

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