Production Supervisor

Job Details

Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 1910197
Date Posted: 6/30/2026
Location: Pomona, CA
Salary (USD): $80,000 - $95,000

Description

We are seeking a Production Supervisor to lead second-shift manufacturing operations within a fast-paced production environment. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing production personnel, driving safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring manufacturing schedules are achieved.
This position is ideal for experienced manufacturing leaders with production, assembly, industrial operations, or military leadership backgrounds who enjoy leading teams, improving processes, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead daily production operations while promoting a safe and efficient work environment.
  • Improve safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency across assigned production lines.
  • Execute production schedules by assigning personnel, monitoring workflow, and resolving production constraints.
  • Prepare and communicate shift production reports and operational summaries.
  • Conduct employee training based on production requirements and operational needs.
  • Complete annual employee performance evaluations and support employee development.
  • Maintain productive labor relations while working within the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Serve as the liaison between Manufacturing and Engineering to resolve production issues and improve processes.
  • Support performance measurement and manufacturing process documentation.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
  • Support digital manufacturing initiatives, including Digital Work Instructions, Operator Displays, and Performance/Status Dashboards.

Must-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience in assembly, manufacturing, or a related production environment.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools.
  • Project management experience.
  • Experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting production data.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Experience directing, motivating, coaching, and developing employees.
  • Ability to legally work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice-to-Have Skills, Experience & Education
  • Bachelor's degree (Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems.
  • Experience with computer programming or database management.
  • Continuous improvement or Lean Manufacturing experience.
  • Experience working in a union manufacturing environment.


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