Production Supervisor Job at ZipRecruiter in Saint Louis

Overview

Production Supervisor – Direct Hire

Location: Bridgeton, Missouri

Salary: $85,000–$95,000 (commensurate with experience)

Kelly Services is seeking a results-driven Production Supervisor with a strong background in Lean Manufacturing, Kanban systems, and Six Sigma methodologies to join our team at our headquarters in Bridgeton. This role plays a critical part in driving operational excellence, optimizing processes, and leading a high-performing production team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coach team members to maintain a highly productive and efficient workflow aligned with Lean principles.
• Implement and manage Kanban systems to optimize material flow, reduce waste, and ensure on-time delivery of production goals.
• Apply Six Sigma tools and root cause analysis to identify process inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee daily production operations and enforce adherence to safety, quality, and performance standards.
• Communicate job expectations clearly, monitor team performance, and provide ongoing feedback and development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline workflow and eliminate production bottlenecks.
• Set and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) tied to efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Prepare and analyze production reports, offering insights and recommendations for process improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all SOPs, safety policies, and quality assurance standards.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop production staff in alignment with company culture and performance expectations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with Kanban, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma (Green Belt).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial machinery.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with digital production tools or ERP systems.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of gender, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Kelly complies with applicable laws and regulations and participates in E-Verify to confirm work authorization in the U.S. Requests for accommodation related to the application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center.