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Job Description
About Lakeside ManufacturingLakeside Manufacturing is a trusted manufacturer of high-quality stainless steel equipment used in healthcare, foodservice, and industrial environments. We are committed to craftsmanship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead our Custom Fabrication Department, overseeing welders, metal assemblers, and wood product assemblers. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for production scheduling, capacity planning, workforce management, quality, safety, and on-time delivery of custom-built products.Key Focus of the RoleThe primary responsibility of this position is to effectively schedule labor and production activities across welding, metal assembly, and wood assembly operations to ensure customer orders ship on time while maximizing efficiency and resource utilization.ResponsibilitiesCreate and manage daily and weekly production schedules
Coordinate labor and capacity across welding, assembly, and wood product departments
Lead, coach, and develop production employees
Monitor production performance, labor efficiency, and on-time delivery
Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, bottlenecks, and capacity constraints
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and ISO standards
Track key metrics including productivity, rework, scrap, and training
Maintain inventory accuracy and reduce material waste
Partner with Engineering, Planning, and Quality teams to meet customer requirements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve workflow and productivity
Support equipment maintenance and safe operation of production machinery
QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required
Associate's degree preferred
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team lead experience in a manufacturing environment required3+ years of manufacturing experience required
Experience with production scheduling, capacity planning, and labor allocation required
Experience in welding, fabrication, assembly, or woodworking environments preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP experience (NetSuite preferred)Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Physical RequirementsAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Must wear required PPE, including safety shoes and safety glasses
Work EnvironmentManufacturing facility environment
Exposure to machinery, welding operations, airborne particles, and noise
Why Join Lakeside Manufacturing?Stable and growing manufacturing company
Leadership growth opportunities
Collaborative team environment
Strong commitment to safety and quality
Competitive pay and benefits package
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