Production Supervisor

Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans/Disability EmployerDate:u00a0Dec 19, 2025Location:u00a0Grand Rapids, MI, USCompany:u00a0Leggett & PlattWe, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a Production Supervisor within our Genesis Seating production team to help support our Work Furniture business. In our Furniture Components business, we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide range of components and finished products that enhance comfort, motion, and style in upholstered furniture, including recliner mechanisms, seating support systems, and sofa sleeper units. With a global footprint that includes international manufacturing, product development, distribution and sales, we are strategically positioned to support upholstered furniture manufacturers around the world.u00a0Leggett & Platt is North America's leading independent manufacturer of office furniture components and mechanisms. Our Work Furniture business produces task and finished components, as well as select lines of private label finished seating. From surface-critical bent tube assemblies and molded plywood components to chair mechanisms, bases, arms, seats, and backs, Work Furniture brings diverse world-class manufacturing capabilities together in the production and assembly of high-quality contract furniture products.u00a0As a Production Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of approximately 30 production employees while driving safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency improvements on the shop floor. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by ensuring on-time order completion, optimizing labor efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives critical to customer satisfaction and business growth. The team you will be working with is collaborative and process-driven, and values problem-solving, accountability, and continuous improvement.u00a0So, what will you be doing as a Production Supervisor?- Training employees on safety requirements and enforcing safety protocols.- Ensuring compliance with quality standards and reducing scrap through corrective actions.- Coordinating labor resources to meet production schedules and achieve 100% on-time delivery.- Defining staffing needs, assigning duties, and optimizing workflow efficiency.- Partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Customer Service teams to resolve issues and support new product development.- Motivating team members and encouraging suggestions for improvement.u00a0To be successful in this role, you'll need:- 1--3 years of related experience or training preferred.- 2--3 years in upholstery & sewing manufacturing environments.- Minimum 5 years in a lead or supervisory role.- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.- Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP/WMS systems (Syteline preferred).- Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and ability to operate/train on HILO equipment.u00a0Things we consider a plus:- Experience in motivating associates through constructive feedback and positive reinforcement.- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.- Familiarity with continuous improvement methods such as KATA.u00a0What to Do NextNow that you've had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiti

Created: 2025-12-25