Intern, Production Supervisor
Grain Valley / Missouri (US-MO), United States
- On-site
- Internship
Listing details
- Last verified Oct 18
About the job
Job Summary
Responsible for leading and managing workshop and production line operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing performance. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership to meet production targets, optimize resources, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Reporting Line
Site Manufacturing Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee daily workshop and production line operations to achieve performance targets
- Plan, allocate, and optimize manpower, equipment, and materials to meet production schedules
- Supervise, coach, and develop team members to ensure high performance and engagement
- Monitor production output, quality standards, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company policies
- Identify and resolve operational and production issues in a timely manner
- Coordinate cross-functional activities with engineering, quality, maintenance, and logistics teams
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality
- Ensure accuracy and consistency in operational reporting and documentation
- Maintain equipment readiness and support preventative maintenance practices
- Deliver training and guidance to team members on processes, safety, and best practices
Requirements
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Industrial Tech or a related field.
- Ability to work independently, identifying improvement opportunities or discrepancies.
- Effective communication skills, with an ability to tailor approach to different groups.
- Strong organizational, time management and data management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and follow through on deadlines.
- Comfort working around industrial equipment and learning applicable safety principles.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office / 365 tools (Excel, Word, SharePoint, etc.).
- Interest in project management, construction oversight, or safety compliance is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of OSHA safety concepts is a plus but not required.