Production Supervisor

Overview

The Production Supervisor is responsible for fostering a performance-driven and continuous-improvement environment for production operations. This role is accountable for creating a disciplined, performance-driven culture while applying lean tools and structured problem-solving to strengthen operational execution.

Available to work flexible schedules, including both day weekend and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Supervises manufacturing activities in a high-Speed automated assembly environment. Manages all productivity and quality-related issues within the manufacturing team
• Accountable for the safety, quality, delivery, and productivity performance of the manufacturing team in the shift
• Lead the hiring, training, cross-training, and performance management of direct employees.
• Supervise, develop, and coach production leaders to ensure they contribute effectively to operational objectives.
• Builds a team focused culture that integrates core employees, temps, inventory, and equipment to achieve production, quality and safety goals
• Ensures that the manufacturing equipment and work cells are staffed with people who are properly trained and supported
• Drive efficiency through the application of lean tools, TPM methodology, structured problem solving, and process standardization Ensures safety regulations, regulatory controls, policies, and procedures are followed
• Promote and use techniques for continuous improvement such as Six-Sigma and Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing)
• Position requires an individual who is enthusiastic, hardworking and has a “can-do” attitude.
• Manage attendance, payroll, formal problem solving, and disciplinary process for employees in accordance with the Rain Bird personnel policies manual
• Promotes team building and ensures production teams are functional
• Ensures accurate and efficient communication between all departments and production personnel
• Requires an individual with flexibility to work and rotate between day shift and night shift based on business needs in a 24/7 operation.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS or BA degree
• 3 years of experience in supervisory or other leadership roles within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with 5S and Lean Tools
• Proven leadership, interpersonal and communication skills
• History of increasing responsibilities with proven track record of achieving good results
• Excellent team builder and team player

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual - English and Spanish
• Master’s degree
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma Certification

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Rain Bird is an Equal Opportunity Employer