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Production Supervisor

Focus Workforce Management

Hickory, KY 42051 • $20.50 to $23.00 / hr • 10/22/2026

Job Description

Job Description

The Production Supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating the day-to-day manufacturing operations within a production facility. This position is responsible for ensuring that production targets are met efficiently, safely, and with high-quality standards. The Production Supervisor will lead and motivate a team of production workers and collaborate closely with other departments to optimize production processes.

Duties:

- Oversee and manage the daily operations of the shift
- Ensure production goals are met and quality standards are maintained
- Coordinate and assign tasks to team members
- Monitor and enforce safety protocols and procedures
- Train and develop new employees
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform basic maintenance tasks
- Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
- Collaborate with other shift managers to ensure smooth transitions between shifts

  • Lead and manage a team of production workers, ensuring they adhere to safety guidelines, company policies, and procedures.
  • Schedule and assign tasks to production team members to meet production goals and deadlines.
  • Monitor employee performance, provide feedback, and facilitate training and development as needed.

Requirements:

- Mechanical knowledge and experience in a manufacturing or food industry setting
- Ability to operate packaging machinery and forklifts
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions
- Basic math skills for inventory management and production tracking
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities
- Flexibility to work different shifts as needed

Experience:

  • Proven experience in production or manufacturing, with at least [X years] in a supervisory or leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and safety protocols.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
  • Proficiency in using production management software and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic manufacturing environment.
  • 10 hour shifts (Monday - Thursday)

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.