Production Supervisor (Bilingual in Spanish)

Title : Production Supervisor (Bilingual – Spanish)

Location : Woodridge, IL

Hire Type : Direct Hire

Shifts : 2nd Shift

Salary : $80k-$90k / yr.

Benefits : Insurance ( Health, Medical, Dental), PTO, Paid Holidays, and more!

We are seeking a Production Supervisor  who is  Bilingual (English / Spanish) to oversee daily shift operations in an injection OR Blow molding manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for leading and developing production teams, ensuring performance in the areas of Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Morale, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the floor.

Job Duties :

Lead and sustain the Daily Management System for assigned shift through hands-on coaching and mentoring of plant personnel.

Plan and adjust shift staffing to meet business priorities in safety, quality, cost, and customer service.

Direct day-to-day production activities, including material verification, scheduling, and crew assignments.

Drive continuous improvement efforts, including 6S, standard work practices, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Develop and implement training programs to enhance operator skills and promote cross-training among team members.

Monitor shift performance metrics and address any variances or production issues promptly.

Enforce adherence to all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

Conduct first-piece inspections and setup verifications to ensure compliance with specifications.

Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to ensure smooth production flow.

Facilitate effective communication and shift handoffs with other supervisors to maintain operational continuity.

Investigate safety and quality incidents, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.

Support and maintain accurate work instructions and standard operating procedures for injection molding processes.

Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications :

Bilingual – fluent in English and Spanish (required).

Minimum of 5–7 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Hands-on experience with injection molding equipment and processes (required).

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Proven ability to identify and resolve production and process issues effectively.

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma is a plus.

Ability to meet physical demands, including frequent standing, bending, and lifting.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.