Production Supervisor - Multiple positions and shifts available

The role

The Production Supervisor oversees daily factory operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets. This role leads a team of 20–50 individuals to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.

What you will do

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules and adjust staffing levels and resources.
• Ensure effective shift handovers through clear communication and documentation.
• Balance quality, productivity, safety, and morale.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, implement, and enforce standardized operating methods and procedures.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S principles.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and Software teams to troubleshoot equipment and resolve issues.
• Coordinate onboarding and cross-training efforts.
• Communicate job expectations and provide coaching, recognition, mentorship, and discipline.

Required qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, equipment, and quality control principles.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop diverse teams in a multi-shift environment.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S methodologies.
• Working knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to use hands, and reach with hands and arms
• Ability to see, listen, and speak
• Ability to perform work activities with production chemicals, adhesives and epoxies, using required personal protective equipment
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time

Nice to have

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business management, or related field
• Experience with ISO 13485, ISO 9001, or other regulated manufacturing environments
• Background in additive manufacturing or startup operations
• Familiarity with tools such as QuickSight, Jira, and Notion

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO for exempt employees
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans
• Group plan voluntary life insurance
• Fringe benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid parental leave
• Allowances for those in commercial sales positions
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee

About the company

LightForce is leading the digital transformation of orthodontics with a fully digital, 3D-printed orthodontic platform. The company delivers customized, patient-specific brackets paired with AI-driven treatment planning.