Our client is a leader in power distribution equipment and related services at the heart of supporting our electrical infrastructure. Team members focus on producing the highest quality products in the industry and providing industry-leading service. Safety and integrity are their guiding principles, and they work together to achieve excellence for their customers every day. Our client's team members are their most important asset, and they expect this position to play a critical role in achieving their objectives.

Our client is in search of a Production Supervisor, for their Troy, MI facility, who will lead and guide the manufacturing processes to meet/exceed customer expectations & achieve strategic and aspirational growth plans.

Under the direction of the Manufacturing Manager, the Production Supervisor, will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the assembly area ensuring production targets are met, quality standards are maintained, and safety protocols are followed. Your strong leadership skills, technical expertise in electrical/mechanical assembly, and ability to drive performance will be vital in supporting the growth of the company and delivering high-quality products to customers.

In this role, you will:

• Promote a safe working environment by ensuring adherence to safety policies, procedures, and regulations throughout the facility.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, identify potential hazards, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the value stream leading and supervising a team of production workers, providing guidance, coaching, training, and support to ensure effective performance and adherence to production standards.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Coordinate with the production planning team to allocate resources, schedule jobs, and optimize production flow to achieve schedules ensuring on-time delivery to assembly lines and ultimately to customers.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Conduct regular tier accountability meetings with direct reports to set production expectations, communicate goals, objectives, and production targets, and address any concerns or escalations needed to solve production issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, quality, planning, purchasing, and maintenance, to resolve any production-related issues and ensure smooth operations.
• Continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing assembly processes, workflows, and procedures to enhance efficiency and productivity while maintaining accurate production records and documentation, including production reports, quality control records, and ERP transactions.
• Collaborate with the human resources department to recruit, hire, and onboard new production personnel as needed.
• Identify training needs, provide training opportunities, and develop talent within the team to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• Provide regular performance feedback to production team members and conduct performance evaluations as required ensuring team members understand their role & responsibilities.

To succeed in this role, you have:

• High school diploma or equivalent & post-secondary education in a relevant field or a minimum of 5 years of proven experience in manufacturing management/supervision.
• Strong knowledge of metal fabrication processes, equipment, and technologies, proven experience in a manufacturing environment, such as cutting, welding, bending, and assembly, with expertise in working with various metals and materials.
• Solid understanding of production planning, scheduling, and inventory management with experience using/transacting in ERP systems.
• Familiarity with quality control procedures and experience in ensuring compliance with technical drawings and specifications.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations and practices in a manufacturing environment, with a track record of promoting a safety-first culture.
• Experience in implementing lean manufacturing principles and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on results and meeting production targets.
• Strong commitment to employee development and creating a positive work culture.