Job Description

The Production Supervisor leads daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced screen printing production facility. This role drives production performance, ensures quality standards are consistently met, and maintains strong communication across departments to meet customer expectations and delivery commitments. The position requires a hands-on leader who enjoys coaching and developing teams, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities
* Lead, coach, and develop production employees to achieve safety, quality, and productivity goals.
* Monitor daily production activities to ensure schedules, quality standards, and customer delivery requirements are met.
* Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate employees while fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork.
* Organize staffing levels and workflow to maximize production efficiency and machine utilization.
* Manage production planning and operational execution, including organizing daily work, managing schedules, and monitoring output.
* Coordinate workflow across departments and partner with scheduling, production, and support teams to ensure smooth operations and on-time order completion.
* Interact regularly with Sales, Art, Scheduling, Production, and Technical teams to maintain strong communication and productive working relationships.
* Address operational and employee-related issues promptly while promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.
* Monitor quality standards throughout the production process and drive corrective actions when necessary.
* Prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment to meet deadlines and customer commitments.
* Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
* Set clear expectations for the production team and ensure performance goals are understood and achieved.
* Use Microsoft Office applications to track production activities, prepare reports, and support operational decision-making.

Essential Skills
* Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing, production, or operations environment.
* Proven ability to lead teams, improve performance, and drive measurable results.
* Strong people leadership and team-building skills, with a focus on accountability and employee engagement.
* Demonstrated experience managing production schedules, workflow, and machine utilization.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Sales, Art, Scheduling, Production, and Technical teams.
* Effective coaching and employee development skills to build capabilities and performance within the team.
* Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
* Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced production environment.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
* Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to quality and safety.
* Ability to motivate teams and drive accountability toward safety, quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
* Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on enhancing processes and operational efficiency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Background in roles such as Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Production Manager, Shift Supervisor, Manufacturing Team Lead, or Operations Team Lead.
* Experience working in a screen printing or similar production facility.
* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive cross-functional relationships.
* Experience participating in or leading continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Why Work Here?

You will join a collaborative production environment that values strong communication, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The organization emphasizes safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while providing opportunities to lead, coach, and develop a dedicated team. You will have the chance to influence operational performance, contribute to process improvements, and work closely with cross-functional partners in a dynamic and fast-paced setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in a screen printing production facility with a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment. Work involves close collaboration with Sales, Art, Scheduling, Production, and Technical teams, as well as regular interaction with production employees on the floor. The environment focuses on safety, quality, and on-time delivery, with an emphasis on efficient machine utilization and organized workflow. Daily work is driven by production schedules and customer deadlines, requiring strong coordination and clear communication across departments.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lawrence, KS.
Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $80000.00/yr.

permanent benefits with the company, this is a direct hire role
Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lawrence,KS.
Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 26, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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