Production Supervisor - 1st Shift (Manufacturing)

Job Requisition: 0717Job Title: 1st Shift Production SupervisorDate Posted: 08/06/2025Location: Marysville, CAReports to: General Manager1st SHIFT PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR – MARYSVILLE, CAAmerican Wood Fibers (AWF), a rapidly growing manufacturer of consumer and industrial products sold to other manufacturers and to pet, agricultural and home heating markets, seeks a 1st Shift Production Supervisor in Marysville, CA. AWF manufactures at 11 locations spanning the nation, has approximately 450 employees, and generates over $100M in annual sales.Primary duties to include, but not limited to the following:SAFETY:An active participant in the safety committee and promotes safety on a daily basis. Responsible for safety, cleanliness and good housekeeping of entire plant. Conducts or assists in regular safety meetings on a monthly basis or as needed.PRODUCTION:Supervises and coordinates activities of plant employees. Trains and assists employees in completing assignments according to proper plant procedures. Analyzes shift duties to determine correct amount of time and material required to complete orders in the most efficient manner.Gives instructions to employees regarding jobs to be completed and the proper method in which to complete them. Supervises plant for cleanliness, safety, quality control and optimum production.Confers with other supervisors and communicates with peers, subordinates and management in a professional manner to assure assignments are being properly completed.Carries out inspections and assists in building and machinery repair in order to ensure a safe and well-maintained work environment.Conducts a weekly employee meeting. Establishes personal goals and works with fellow employees towards continuous improvement and teamwork.Operates mobile equipment as needed in a safely and efficiently, including forklift, front end loader, and yard jockey/trailer combination.SHIPPING AND RECEIVING:Supervises loading and unloading of trucks and completion of paperwork. Verifies incoming shipments. Completes a daily inventory count and production report. Assists as required withmonthly inventory counts.EVALUATIONS:Completes and presents performance evaluations for shift employees. Recommends promotions or transfers of personnel. Verifies accuracy of time cards for payroll. Monitors attendance of subordinates as well as compliance to plant rules. Recommends and implements disciplinary action as required.QUALITY:Maintains and verifies that all current quality assurance measures are being followed and communicated to production employees, office personnel and customers. Assists in the design and implementation of new procedures as needed.HOUSEKEEPING:Sets goals and expectations and communicates purpose, looks for ways to eliminate problem sources and monitors housekeeping and provides related feedback. Assure all daily mobile equipment checks are completed at the beginning of each shift. Assure all weekly blow down & cleaning schedules are completed and signed off.OTHER DUTIES:Establishes personal goals and works with fellow employees towards continuous improvement and teamwork.PERSONAL GROWTH:Attends and participates in scheduled plant meetings. Be alert to those around you, including peers, reporting personnel, customers, competitors; learning as you listen and observe.Establish personal goals and work with fellow employees towards continuous improvement to utilize, stretch and further develop our individual and collective abilities.Secondary duties: Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.QUALIFICATONS:High school diploma or GED (required)Associates or Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)EXPERIENCE5 years Supervisory experience5 years Manufacturing experience5 years Industrial Equipment experiencePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (full shifts up to 8-12 hours).· Ability to bend, kneel, and crouch to inspect machinery or assist with maintenance.· Must be able to move quickly in emergency or safety - critical situations.· Ability to lift, push, or pull objects up to 40-50lbs independently.· May occasionally assist with heavier loads with mechanical assistance or team lifting.· Use of hands and fingers to operate tools, computers, and machinery controls.· Good visual acuity to inspect equipment, read paperwork, and monitor safety conditions.· Adequate hearing to detect alarms, communicate in noisy environments, and conduct safety meetings.· Ability to work in hot, dusty, noisy, or humid environments typical of wood flour or industrial manufacturing settings.· Proper wearing of PPE (safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, composite boots, respirators, etc.) for extended periods.· Ability to react quickly to hazardous or emergency situations.· Regular physical inspections of the plant require frequent walking throughout large production areas.· May require working non-standard shifts, including nights or weekends, depending on production schedules.

Created: 2025-08-12