Production Supervisor - Manufacturing Operations

Production Supervisor – Manufacturing Operations

Cochran, GA  $68,000-$78,000 Salary Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Approximately 6:30 AM-4:00 PM  Growth Opportunity to Production Manager

Lead People. Drive Production. Build a Career.

Gilmer Warehouse & Logistics is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead daily production operations at our Cochran facility. This role oversees Production Line Leads, coordinates with warehouse and demand planning teams, ensures production targets are achieved, and develops employees for long-term success.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing, production, packaging, warehouse, or logistics environment and enjoys coaching teams while driving safety, quality, and productivity.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop Production Line Leads and production employees

• Oversee daily production schedules, staffing, workflow, and operational execution

• Coordinate with warehouse operations and demand planners to ensure production goals are met

• Troubleshoot production floor issues and remove obstacles affecting productivity

• Monitor production performance and key operational metrics

• Ensure compliance with safety policies, SOPs, GMPs, quality standards, and company procedures

• Conduct employee coaching, performance discussions, and accountability conversations

• Partner with Human Resources, Safety, Quality, Logistics, and Operations teams to support business objectives

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies

• Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on safety, quality, and performance

What We're Looking For

• 2-3 years of previous leadership experience in manufacturing, production, packaging, warehouse, logistics, or supply chain operations

• Experience supervising employees, team leads, or production teams

• Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills

• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities using Lean methodologies

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Experience using production data and metrics to drive results

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel

• Experience with safety programs, quality systems, GMPs, or continuous improvement initiatives preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred

• 2-3 years of experience using a high-powered warehouse management system

• Previous experience with Nulogy PackManager is a plus

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Work in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with moving machinery and equipment

• Regular standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 30 pounds

• Work in a non-temperature-controlled facility with seasonal temperature variations

• Occasional overtime, weekends, or additional hours as needed to meet production demands

Why Join Gilmer?

⭐ Competitive salary and incentive bonus opportunity 
⭐ Career path to Production Manager 
⭐ Stable and growing organization 
⭐ Leadership development opportunities 
⭐ Collaborative team environment 
✅ Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 
✅ 401(k) with Company Match 
✅ Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays 
✅ Life and Disability Insurance 
✅ Employee Assistance Program

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If you're a motivated leader who enjoys developing people, solving operational challenges, and driving production results, we want to hear from you.