Senior Production Supervisor - Charlotte, NC - 1st shift

Job ID: 181611 Description and Requirements Senior Production Supervisor, 1st shift This role is responsible for leading daily operations across air-cooled chiller assembly lines within the value stream. This role owns safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance on shift, driving execution through frontline leadership, standard work, and disciplined problem-solving. The supervisor develops team capability, enforces standards, and ensures production commitments are met in a high-mix, variable manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities: Own a zero-incident culture; ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with EHS standards Conduct daily 5S & safety walks, identify hazards, and drive immediate countermeasures Lead incident investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions Reinforce safe behaviors through coaching and accountability Lead multiple air-cooled assembly lines to achieve daily/weekly production targets Manage labor allocation to meet takt time and adapt to product variability Escalate and remove constraints impacting throughput in real time Ensure effective shift handoffs and clear communication of priorities Enforce adherence to standard work and quality processes Drive containment and resolution of defects; partner with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering Lead root cause problem solving (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone) to eliminate recurring issues Support layered process audits and drive accountability for findings Identify and execute opportunities to improve labor efficiency, throughput, and flow Support and lead kaizen events and daily continuous improvement activities Sustain and improve 5S standards across all areas of responsibility Partner with Industrial Engineering to optimize line balance and standard work Directly lead and develop a team of hourly operators and team leads Set clear expectations, provide daily feedback, and conduct performance management Build team capability through training, cross-training, and skills development Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and ownership Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to resolve issues Ensure material availability and elevate shortages impacting production Support new product introductions, equipment ramp-ups, and process changes Drive key metrics: safety, quality (FPY, defects), delivery (attainment), and cost (labor efficiency) Lead daily tier meetings and ensure issues are tracked, prioritized, and closed Maintain accurate production reporting and visual management

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations leadership.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with lean manufacturing principles (standard work, 5S, kaizen, visual management) Familiarity with brazing, leak testing, electrical systems, and final test processes Experience with MES systems and production tracking tools. Proven ability to lead frontline teams in a fast-paced, high-mix environment. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills 1st shift hours are 6:00am to 2:30pm with overtime after the shift. Supervisors must arrive at least 20 minutes before their shift and will be here after until their reports are done.