Production Supervisor

Columbus McKinnon

. Oversee manufacturing to ensure high-quality parts and products at the lowest possible cost while meeting quality, performance, customer specifications, and delivery requirements .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeLa Vergne • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and regulatory compliance in manufacturing environments. Proficient in managing production schedules, employee training, and performance management to achieve departmental goals.

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Lean ManufacturingProduction ManagementEmployee TrainingERP SystemsQuality Compliance

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Hard Skills

Lean Manufacturing ToolsProduction SchedulingSpecification InterpretationQuality AssurancePerformance Management

Soft Skills

CoachingInfluencingCommunicationProblem SolvingTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Suite ApplicationsERP SystemsInternet SoftwareE-mail

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing ProcessesRegulatory ComplianceSafety StandardsCost ReductionCross-Functional Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee manufacturing to ensure high-quality parts and products at the lowest possible cost while meeting quality, performance, customer specifications, and delivery requirements
Prioritize, schedule, and delegate work assignments and directly supervise production functions
Establish and adjust work procedures to meet production schedules
Interpret specifications and drawings and delegate job orders and work duties
Participate on cross-functional teams to improve processes, methods, productivity, and quality while reducing costs
Analyze and resolve production problems or assist workers in solving problems
Inspect products before shipping when required
Develop plans to motivate workers to achieve departmental goals
Organize upcoming orders, estimate hours, and order materials or drawings
Train new and current employees on processes, methods, quality, quantity, and safety standards
Keep management informed about conditions affecting quality, cost, safety, or employee morale
Handle employee relations issues and maintain open communication
Recruit, interview, and hire employees for open positions
Complete required records, paperwork, reports, and documents
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies
Ensure compliance with safety rules and departmental housekeeping standards
Complete special projects as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or 5+ years manufacturing leadership experience
Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
Experience in Lean manufacturing preferred
Demonstrated ability in using Lean manufacturing tools and processes to drive continuous improvement across complex organizations
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint), Internet software, and E-mail
Knowledge of and experience in ERP systems
Experience in performance management
Skills to coach, guide, and influence
Ability to interpret specifications and drawings
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality, safety, and regulatory compliance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Drug Free Workplace
Diverse and inclusive workforce