Summit Skilled Solutions

Production Supervisor

Akron, OH

Full-time

$50,000-$70,000

About This Job

Position Summary

S3 is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Production Supervisor to lead operations at our client's central production facility. This location serves as the hub for all of their retail and route stores, making it a critical part of their success. The Production Supervisor plays a key role in driving productivity, maintaining quality standards, and building a strong team culture in a challenging but rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

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Lead and Develop the Production Team: Provide clear direction and coaching to team leads and production staff across all departments — including pressing, spotting, assembly, and packaging.

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Drive Performance and Efficiency: Ensure the plant meets or exceeds key performance indicators (KPIs), with a strong focus on reaching an overall labor percentage target.

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Support Individual Goals: Help team members in each department achieve their individual targets, which vary by role. Use real-time feedback, coaching, and performance tracking to foster success.

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Foster a Positive Work Culture: Motivate and engage team members in a physically demanding environment — early morning hours, hot summer conditions, and standing throughout the day are part of the job. Your leadership sets the tone.

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Manage Workflow and Scheduling: Monitor and adjust daily production flow to ensure timely, accurate processing while maximizing efficiency.

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Maintain Quality Standards: Uphold high standards for care and finishing across all customer orders.

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Solve Problems Quickly: Identify and resolve production bottlenecks, equipment issues, and personnel challenges with professionalism and urgency.

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Ensure Safety and Organization: Promote a safe, clean, and well-organized workplace by enforcing all safety protocols and best practices.

Note: Detailed performance expectations related to equipment maintenance, plant KPIs, and bonus eligibility are outlined separately in the Production Manager Performance Plan.

Qualifications

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2+ years in a leadership or supervisory role, preferably in production, manufacturing, or operations.

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Strong people leadership skills — with a proven ability to coach, motivate, and hold team members accountable.

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Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.

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Comfortable working on your feet in a fast-paced, high-temperature environment.

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Passion for efficiency, continuous improvement, and team success.

Work Environment

Full-time, early morning schedule.

Physically active and demanding environment — must be able to lead by example and stay fully engaged on the production floor.

Compensation & Benefits

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Competitive salary (based on experience)

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Paid vacation- 2 Weeks

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401(k) with company match (after eligibility period)

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Continued professional development and industry training opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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401(k)

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Paid time off

Schedule:

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8 hour shift

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Day shift

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Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

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Bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person