PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR I

Company Description

Founded in Cleveland in 1944, WLS specializes in short and medium run metal stamping, fabrication and laser cutting to service a wide variety of industries.

Work Performed

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily press operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are achieved. This role oversees stamping press operators, material handlers, and support personnel while ensuring efficient workflow, proper die setup, and adherence to production schedules.

The supervisor promotes a strong safety culture and drives continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment..

Job Requirements

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of production employees
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality standards
• Enforce safety policies and promote a safe working environment
• Monitor productivity and address performance issues as needed
• Train, coach, and support team members
• Assist in troubleshooting production issues and equipment concerns
• Maintain accurate production reports and documentation
• Communicate effectively with management, maintenance, and quality teams
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience
• 1–3 years of supervisory or leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of production processes and safety standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work flexible shifts if required
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles
• Familiarity with ERP or production management systems

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 40 pounds.