Production Supervisor

Job Description

Production SupervisorPay: $79,000-$90,000Location: Kent, WA

Job Description

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing employees in production departments, ensuring training, motivation, and discipline are maintained effectively. This role requires maintaining a professional and respectful work environment while mentoring and leading employees. The position involves recommending procedural changes to reduce costs, resolve problems, ensure product quality, reduce scrap, and improve production efficiency.

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor production employees, providing leadership and direction.

Maintain confidentiality regarding supervisory and management matters.

Recommend procedural and equipment changes to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.

Initiate maintenance and repair work orders for machinery and equipment.

Audit hourly employee timecards for accuracy and update payroll electronic timecards.

Administer and enforce company rules, regulations, and policies.

Ensure compliance with safety programs and represent the company in grievance proceedings.

Evaluate employee performance and establish goals for manufacturing techniques.

Maintain housekeeping standards and control the handling of toxic and hazardous materials.

Interface with other departments to meet customer deadlines.

Inspect and measure parts to verify conformance to specifications.

Direct workers in adjusting machines and equipment to repair non-conforming products.

Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.

Develop and implement measures to improve production methods and product quality.

Analyze and resolve work problems, assisting workers as needed.Essential Skills

Experience in production supervision and management.

Knowledge of lean manufacturing and process improvement.

Ability to understand production schedules and production cards.

Proficiency in using bar code readers.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.

Excellent time management, project coordination, and organizational skills.

Strong analytical skills and ability to leverage data for business decisions.

Proficiency in basic algebra and geometry, and ability to calculate various figures.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals and technical procedures.

Effective written and oral communication skills.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).Additional Skills & Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

2 or more years of supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred.

Ability to pass preemployment checks, and drug screenings.

Strong team building and participation skills.

Ability to teach and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.Why Work Here?

The company fosters entrepreneurship and professional growth at all levels, promoting a close customer contact for responsive service to meet evolving customer needs. Employees benefit from a diverse management base, efficient manufacturing capabilities, and opportunities for development within a supportive environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Kent, Washington.Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $78900.00 - $90000.00/yr.

health care, benefits, PTO, health care, regular stuff

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Full-time