Press Production Supervisor

Experience Level: Mid Level (5–8 Years)

Experience Required: 5 Years

Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree

Job Function: Manufacturing

Industry: Consumer Goods

Total Positions: 1

Relocation Assistance: Yes

Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: No

About the Role

Community Talent Partners is conducting a search on behalf of a client for a Press Production Supervisor to lead and support a high-performance production team in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This leadership position emphasizes safety, servant leadership, and continuous improvement to build a motivated, engaged, and results-driven workforce.

Key Responsibilities

Safety First Mindset

• Champion a proactive safety culture and enforce all safety policies.
• Conduct safety audits, lead root-cause investigations, and promptly address unsafe conditions.
• Ensure all team members receive current safety training and use proper PPE.

Servant Leadership

• Model servant leadership by coaching, empowering, and developing team members.
• Support operators and technicians through problem-solving and recognition.
• Promote a respectful, inclusive culture that values every voice.

People Development

• Train, mentor, and cross-train employees to build a versatile team.
• Oversee attendance, conduct, and policy adherence with consistency.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations and union discussions.

Production Oversight

• Supervise all stamping press department operations, ensuring production, quality, and delivery goals are met.
• Monitor workflows, optimize manpower, and minimize downtime.
• Quickly adapt to shifting priorities and maintain smooth production flow.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead or participate in improvement initiatives (5S, Kaizen, Lean).
• Analyze downtime, scrap, and bottlenecks; implement corrective actions with cross-functional partners.
• Encourage and implement team-driven ideas that enhance efficiency and throughput.

Reporting & Communication

• Maintain accurate production, quality, and safety documentation.
• Report key performance indicators (KPIs) and collaborate with other departments to resolve issues swiftly.

Qualifications

Knowledge / Experience / Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations (preferred).
• Proven ability to lead with a servant leadership mindset.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Prior supervisory experience , preferably in stamping press operations.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
• Professional, internship, or co-op experience may count toward required experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stoop, bend, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Manual dexterity and mobility consistent with a manufacturing environment.

Must-Have Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Manufacturing Engineering, or Operations (preferred).
• Proven servant leadership approach to team management.
• 1–3 years of experience in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Supervisory experience in stamping press operations.
• Familiarity with Lean and continuous improvement principles.

About Community Talent Partners

Community Talent Partners is a national executive search and workforce solutions firm that helps organizations connect people, performance, and purpose. We specialize in recruiting top-tier engineering, technology, and professional talent for high-impact roles across industries.

If you meet all eligibility requirements and have a proven track record of delivering successful results, we encourage you to apply today!