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Production Supervisor - Intermediate

Job ID#:

3168

Posted:

10/14/2025

Location:

Kokomo, IN

Job Category:

Manufacturing

Position Type:

Contractor (W-2)


Job Description

Description:
The Production Supervisor - Intermediate is responsible for managing small work teams in a fast paced, high volume, unionized manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include but not limited to:

●Ensure the production plan is met, analyzes issues with other roles, drives and implements continuous improvement activities and sustainability of solutions inside the Zone.
● Ensure a safe workplace, leads the Team to improve Safety in the area and enforces the use of mandated Safety tools and procedures.
● Understand losses during the Shift, use the C-Matrix to coordinate World Class Manufacturing activities and improve Zone performances.
● Proactively analyzes quality KPIs related to the Zone, prioritizes quality issues and properly guides Team Leaders.
● Ensure the right allocation of the people on the line, manages absenteeism, trains and builds teams.
● Possess knowledge of the broader manufacturing organization and have the ability to mobilize support groups and resources to lead and assist in problem solving activities.
● Actively participate and lead Kaizen project activities centered on Safety, Cost, Quality and Throughput improvements and waste reduction opportunities identified through cost deployment.

 
Job Requirements
 

Requirements:
● High school diploma or GED required.
● Ability to work any shift and overtime as required

● Excellent organization, written and oral communication skills

  • Have supervisory and manufacturing experience-2 years +
● Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with various levels of employees within all areas of the Plant from hourly represented employees to Senior Leadership as required
● Ability to build effective business relationships with plant leadership and customers
● Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
● Goal oriented self-starter with ability to lead teams
● Ability to coach/mentor/develop team members

● Must have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Must have a valid driver's license, available to work any shift

Preferred Requirements:
● Bachelor's degree in a technical field
● 2 or more years of experience in supervision in a high volume environment.
● Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor/develop team members
● Previous experience working in a union environment
● Experience in continuous improvement systems and lean manufacturing

● Good working knowledge of Google Suite software programs

Manufacturing General Physical Requirements

 

*Work different shifts and/or work weekends, including overtime.
* Work in hot and/or cold environments
* Work around heavy equipment or manufacturing machinery
* Wear safety equipment such as safety glasses, sleeves, earplugs and steel-toed shoes
* Stand or walk for long periods of time each day
* Frequently bend, stoop, reach and lift up to 40 pounds
* Work in tight or closed in spaces
* Regularly climb ladder/man lift/stairs/crawl under vehicles if necessary
* Strong verbal communication skills
* Ability to work in a team environment




 

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