About Us

Vanair®, a Lincoln Electric Company, has been a leader in Mobile Power Solutions® since 1972, delivering innovative products such as welders, hydraulic systems, Electrified Power Equipment®, and engine starters. Staying at the forefront of our industry requires innovation, dedication, and hard work—but it’s also highly rewarding. To learn more about Vanair and our products and services, visit our website at http://www.Vanair.com

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are consistently achieved. This role supervises production staff, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and partners cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to optimize performance.

Onsite at our Michigan City, IN location, Day Shift Mon-Fri.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise production employees across assigned shifts, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity expectations
• Plan, assign, and monitor work to meet production schedules and customer delivery requirements
• Track daily performance metrics (output, efficiency, scrap, downtime) and take corrective action as needed
• Drive a culture of safety by enforcing policies, conducting audits, and addressing hazards proactively
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members through regular feedback, training, and performance reviews
• Manage employee relations, including attendance, discipline, and conflict resolution
• Coordinate with Production Planning, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve bottlenecks and material issues
• Utilize ERP systems (e.g., Epicor) to analyze data and report on production performance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles
• Improve first-pass yield and reduce rework through collaboration with Quality
• Ensure accurate labor reporting, timecard approvals, and workforce utilization tracking
• Support hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning activities
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment aligned with 5S standards

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safety: Recordable incident rate, near-miss reporting
• Quality: First-pass yield, defect rate, rework
• Delivery: On-time completion of production schedule
• Productivity: Labor efficiency, throughput
• Cost: Scrap reduction, overtime control

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GDA required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, including 2-3 supervisory or team lead experience.
• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of production processes and workflow
• Familiarity with ERP systems and data-driven decision-making
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment

This position operates in a clean and modern manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. Use and enforcement of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.