Production Supervisor- 2nd Shift

ESAB
United States, Pennsylvania, Hanover
801 Wilson Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 25, 2025
Job Description: Production Supervisor The Production Supervisor is responsible for the safety and manufacturing activities in the assigned departments to obtain desired quality and quantity of production at the lowest possible cost of all employees under direct supervision. Key Responsibilities Ensures that workers are wearing proper safety equipment and observing safety rules Drives engagement with the workforce to ensure standard work is established and followed, relative to safety procedures Utilizes the Job Safety Analysis (J.S.A.) to reduce safety risks Directly supervises production workers performing unskilled to semi-skilled manufacturing operations in the assigned Department Leads functional area in the use of Colfax Business System (C.B.S.) tools, including but not limited to, SMART Teams, Lifeguard Teams, Find It Fix It, as well as monitoring and correcting issues using the Area Board Participates in and supports sustainment of Kaizen events.This includes Major events as well as Quick kaizens and Just Do It activities Assures that production meets all requirements relative to Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost and Delivery Advises all Production and Support functions of issues using excellent communication skills Conducts on-the-job training of employees in assigned area. Assures a qualified, trained workforce Ensures that housekeeping of the assigned production area meets the standards set by management Keeps Production Manager advised regarding day to day operations and alerts the manager of any problems requiring attention Targeted Experience & Requirements Bachelor's degree preferred, will consider 10+ years of experience in lieu of degree 3 or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing required Must be able to work overtime as needed including weekend overtime to meet business needs Additional Key Attributes Ability to supervise personnel to achieve maximum performance Must show ability to solve problems, show strong interpersonal, leadership and communication skills Must have practical knowledge of and ability to interpret the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment HRIS systems knowledge, WorkDay preferred Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Proven organizational and time management skills, and the ability to work on a variety of concurrent projects, with supervision, in a time sensitive manner Proactive, customer focused and results oriented Demonstrate business maturity and integrity; possess a high degree of tact, diplomacy and discretion Strong follow through, accountability, initiative and flexibility required Must be authorized to work in the United States; this position will not sponsor applicants for work visas