Production Supervisor - 3rd Shift

As a Production Supervisor (Area Leader) at GE Appliances, you will lead a high-performing production area within a value stream, guiding Team Leaders and production associates to deliver exceptional results in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about developing people while driving operational excellence.

Lead & Develop Teams

• Provide daily direction, coaching, and support to Team Leaders and production associates.
• Foster a positive, inclusive culture aligned with company values and HR policies.
• Deliver clear expectations and ongoing feedback to strengthen performance and engagement.
• Manage staffing, including shift coverage, absenteeism planning, and internal postings.

Drive Operational Excellence

• Own area performance metrics across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale.
• Align team goals with broader value stream objectives and communicate progress effectively.
• Oversee daily production start-up, line staffing, and shift handoffs to ensure seamless operations.
• Utilize production boards and performance data to identify issues and drive resolution.

Champion Lean & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure standardized work is deployed, followed, and continuously improved.
• Coach teams on Job Instruction methods, cross-training, and skills development.
• Lead root cause analysis and aggressive problem-solving to eliminate inefficiencies.
• Monitor scrap trends and partner with Quality and Engineering to improve First Pass Yield and reduce Service Call Rates.
• Support cross-functional initiatives to reduce waste and improve both short- and long-term performance.

Promote a Strong Safety Culture

• Lead by example in safety compliance and safe work practices.
• Conduct and close accident investigations within required timelines.
• Drive accountability for PPE compliance, safety contacts, and safe start participation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related OR 5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing (i.e., manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, materials, quality, procurement, fulfillment or related functional area)
• Position supports 24/5 manufacturing facilities. Occasional off shift, on call and weekend work is required.
• Experience in manufacturing processes with exposure to lean manufacturing techniques, or equivalent education and experience.
• Six Sigma certification preferred, with strong knowledge of Lean, DMAIC, workout and other change mechanisms.
• Demonstrated accomplishments showing results-driven methodology, analytical methods, schedule achievement, teamwork.
• Demonstrated experience working with individuals at all levels of the organization to achieve operational results and positive employee relations.
• Organizational skills, initiative, and ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.
• Must be competent in computers, with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, and ERP systems.

Work Environment:

• Working conditions are normal for both an office and manufacturing environment.
• Work may involve lifting of materials and product up to 25 pounds.
• Working in the manufacturing environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, work shoes/boots.