Production Supervisor - Stockton

Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission-critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 1,600 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate nine production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

At MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.

Production Supervisor - 3091

Job Summary

The Production Supervisor - Stockton is responsible for directing production employees on their assigned shift to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality and delivery standards. This role oversees daily operations, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and promotes a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

Job Duties

- Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in production operations, including inspectors, machine operators, and fabricators

- Monitor workflow and production schedules to ensure targets for efficiency, quality, and timeliness are met

- Notify Maintenance or Engineering when equipment requires repair or preventive maintenance

- Track and report key production metrics, including output, downtime, efficiency, and quality performance

- Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to identify and resolve production issues promptly

- Ensure proper staffing, materials, and inventory levels to meet production demand

- Train, coach, and evaluate production employees to ensure adherence to standard work practices and productivity expectations

- Enforce company policies, safety rules, and performance standards, addressing discipline and performance issues in coordination with HR as needed

- Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to eliminate waste, streamline workflow, and improve process efficiency

- Implement and sustain 5S practices (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to promote a safe and organized work environment

- Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to analyze process variation, implement corrective actions, and achieve measurable improvements

- Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and value stream mapping

- Ensure compliance with all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Education

- High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

- Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

- Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S principles

- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to read blueprints, production schedules, and technical instructions.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP or production management systems

Competencies/ Skills

- Effective written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to work as part of a team

- Decision-making skills

- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills

- Ability to stand, walk, and be on the production floor for extended periods.

- Project management skills

- Planning skills

This position has a salary range of $78,000 to $90,000 and is an exempt position.

EOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Various agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long-standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. MacLean Power, LLC believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, domestic partnership status, ancestry, religion, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, disability, veteran status, age or any other protected group status.

All job offers are conditional, upon successful completion of pre-employment screening, including criminal checks, drug testing, employment, and education verification.