TITLE : Manufacturing Supervisor
COMP : From $60,000-$70,000
LOCATION : Louisville, KY
Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Manufacturing Supervisor direct hire position in Louisville, KY. This is an onsite role working Monday-Thursday from 5 : 30 AM-4 : 30 PM.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Supervise about 20 employees per shift, with leads reporting.
- Staff, schedule, and participate in the interview process for assigned departments.
- Coach, counsel, and develop team members; complete performance evaluations and goal-setting.
- Monitor and minimize operational expenditures through process improvements and waste reduction.
- Complete attendance, timekeeping, and daily production reports; submit documentation to HR and Payroll.
- Support the Manufacturing Manager in operations and decision-making.
- Develop countermeasures for production issues, scrap, and process deficiencies.
- Orient and train new hires and internal transfers.
- Participate in internal audits and supplier development programs related to scrap reduction.
- Maintain leader boards, ensure daily PMs are completed, and conduct daily safety sweeps.
- Take part in the weekly EHS audit observation program.
- Provide factual updates on production during hall meetings and escalate issues when needed.
- Lead by example, enforce policies / procedures, and ensure compliance with all EHS requirements.
- Support implementation of 5S and Kaizen initiatives in collaboration with engineering.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS :
Minimum 2 years of experience in a Team Lead or Supervisor role.Strong leadership and people management skills.Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities.Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.Strong decision-making skills with reliable follow-through.Basic computer proficiency and strong organizational skills.General manufacturing knowledge, metals fabrication preferred.Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, mentor employees, and enforce company policies.Prior hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.TERMS : This is a direct hire position that pays from $60,000-$70,000 per year. There is a 401K with match, health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance.