Production Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations by providing strong leadership, ensuring product quality, and driving production efficiency. This role is responsible for supervising and coaching production staff, executing production schedules, maintaining a safe work environment, and serving as a key communication link between the production floor and management. The Production Supervisor plays a critical role in supporting a positive culture, maintaining workflow, and ensuring all operational standards are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Employee Supervision and Development

• Supervise and coach production staff, including line leads, assemblers, and sawyers.
• Set the tone for a positive, collaborative, and high-performance culture.
• Conduct coaching conversations and disciplinary discussions in alignment with company policies.
• Serve as a liaison between the production floor and management, ensuring clear and timely communication.
• Responsible for interviewing, training, onboarding, and employee skill development.
• Manage employee PTO requests and oversee timecard accuracy.

Production Oversight

• Assign tasks and monitor performance to ensure productivity goals are met.
• Execute daily and weekly production schedules to meet customer and internal deadlines.
• Track productivity metrics and report performance data to management.
• Assist with troubleshooting issues that arise during the build process.
• Coordinate with the Production Manager and design teams to ensure timely job preparation.
• Communicate job status updates, production issues, and workflow concerns promptly.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow and output.

Quality Oversight

• Ensure compliance with third-party inspection standards and all internal quality control procedures.
• Inspect incoming materials and completed products for accuracy, quality, and structural integrity.
• Address quality issues promptly and collaborate with teams to prevent recurrence.

Workplace Safety and Equipment Use

• Enforce OSHA and company safety policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Identify equipment issues and communicate needs to the maintenance team.

Other Duties

• Perform any production related duties necessary to keep their team on track. This includes assisting with organizing materials, assembling trusses and panels, banding and staging products, and any other production related items.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those that may be necessary to achieve company and departmental goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Production Supervisor directly supervises Line Leads, Assemblers, Sawyers, and other production staff. The supervisor carries out all leadership responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include assisting in the interviewing and hiring process; training, coaching, and developing employees; planning, assigning, and directing daily work; monitoring performance and providing feedback; recognizing strong performance and administering corrective action when necessary; and addressing employee concerns or issues to ensure a productive and positive work environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with employees, management, and cross-functional teams.
• Maintains a positive, professional, and cooperative attitude in a team-oriented environment.
• Demonstrates regular, consistent attendance and punctuality for all scheduled shifts.
• Willingness to learn, take direction, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions provided in written, oral, and diagram form.
• Physical ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds or more, as required.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrates computer literacy and the ability to utilize required systems, applications, and technology to perform job duties accurately and efficiently.
• Proficient in reading and using tape measures or other measurement tools to ensure precise material measurements.
• Knowledge of production processes, safety standards, and quality control principles preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED; or equivalent experience, with a demonstrated ability to provide leadership and guidance within a production or team environment. Technical training or certifications in production, manufacturing, or related fields preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or construction setting, with supervisory or team lead experience preferred.

COMPANY VALUES

• Do the Right Thing. Act Ethically. We are responsible for our words, our actions and our results.
• Build Relationships for Life. At Work. At Home. In the Community.
• Solve It. Deliver results through innovation, creative thinking, and problem solving.
• Have Fun. Perform at Your Best. Celebrate Successes.