Opening For Senior Production Supervisor

Here is a Detailed, Execution-focused Job Description for a Senior Production Supervisor.

In Industrial Manufacturing Setups-such as Engineering Fabrication, Machine Shops (cnc/vmc), Sheet Metal, or Automotive Component Lines-this Role Bridges the Gap Between the Engineering Office and Shop-floor Execution. a Senior Production Supervisor Not Only Manages Shifts and Outputs But also Leads Operator Training, Drives Continuous Improvement (5s/kaizen), and Optimizes Daily Resource Allocation.

Job Description: Senior Production Supervisor

Department: Production & Operations

Reports to: Production Manager

Experience Level: 5-8+ Years (shop-floor Leadership Experience Mandatory)

Location Type: 100% Shop Floor (shift-based Operations)

Job Purpose

The Senior Production Supervisor is Responsible for Directing, Coordinating, and Optimizing Daily Manufacturing Operations On the Factory Floor. this Role Ensures that Production Targets are Achieved Safely, On Schedule, and in Total Compliance with Quality Specifications. the Individual Will Lead a Team of Operators, Technicians, and Contract Laborers, Optimizing Machine Capacity and Implementing Lean Manufacturing Practices to Minimize Downtime and Scrap.

Key Responsibilities

1. Shift Management & Production Execution

Daily Target Achievement: Plan and Execute Daily Production Schedules Based On Inputs from the Planning Department, Assigning Clear Tasks to Operators At the Start of Each Shift.

Resource Allocation: Optimize Manpower Deployment Across Production Lines, Assemblies, and Machine Workstations to Prevent Bottlenecks or Idle Time.

Shift Handovers: Manage Seamless Shift Transitions By Documenting Work-in-progress, Machine Statuses, and Pending Material Requirements in the Shift Logbook.

2. Machine Maintenance & Resource Optimization

Oee Enhancement: Monitor Machine Performance and Maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (oee) By Coordinating Closely with the Maintenance Team for Quick Breakdown Resolutions.

Tpm Adherence: Enforce Total Productive Maintenance (tpm) Checklists, Ensuring Operators Complete Daily Machine Cleaning, Lubrication, and Basic Inspections Before Striking Production.

Material Control: Monitor the Consumption of Raw Materials and Tooling Inserts On the Floor, Keeping a Strict Check On Component Wastage and Scrap Generation.

3. Quality Control & Lean Shop Floor Practices

First-part Approval: Ensure the First Manufactured Component of Any New Batch Undergoes Inspection and Approval By the Quality Department Before Initiating Mass Production.

In-process Inspection: Conduct Regular Floor Rounds to Verify that Operators are Checking Dimensions Using Micrometers, Vernier Calipers, or Gauges as per the Process Sheets.

5s & Continuous Improvement: Drive and Maintain a Clean, Organized Workspace By Enforcing 5s Methodologies and Encouraging Operators to Submit Kaizen Ideas for Small Process Improvements.

4. Workforce Leadership & Safety Enforcement

Safety Compliance: Mandate and Enforce 100% Compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (ppe) Including Safety Shoes, Earplugs, and Safety Glasses. Maintain a Zero-accident Record On the Floor.

Skill Matrix Management: Assess Operator Capabilities, Maintain a Shop-floor Skill Matrix, and Cross-train Technicians Across Multiple Machines or Operations to Build a Flexible Workforce.

Discipline & Grievance: Manage Shop-floor Worker Discipline, Resolve Minor Conflicts, and Track Daily Attendance and Contract Labor Allocations.

Performance Metrics (kpis)

Production Plan Adherence: Percentage of Daily/weekly Production Targets Achieved Against the Schedule.

Rejection & Scrap Rate: Percentage Reduction in Component Rework or Scrap Generation On the Floor.

Machine Uptime: Minimizing Machine Downtime Caused By Poor Setups or Late Material Loading.

5s Audit Scores: Sustaining Housekeeping and Workflow Discipline Standards Within the Designated Zone.

• Experience

  5 - 7 Years

• No. of Openings

  1

• Education

  Diploma (Electrical, Electronics/Telecommunication, Engineering)

• Role

  Production Supervisor

• Industry Type

  Engineering / Construction

• Gender

  [ Male / Female ]

• Job Country

  India

• Type of Job

  Full Time

• Work Location Type

  Work from Office

• Face interview location

  Impact HR and KM Solutions Near Canada Corner Signal Ravi Chambers Basements Below Laminate Gallery