Production Supervisor at Aerotek

Production Supervisor

We are seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to oversee and manage production lines in an automotive setting, ensuring efficiency and adherence to quality standards.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise, lead, coach, and direct team leaders and labor with respect to production volume, cost, quality, and meeting production schedules and delivery dates
• Manage departmental performance measures, including visual controls, and provide regular progress reports to the UAP Manager
• Plan headcount, including managing absences, holidays, training, and workshops
• Complete daily attendance registers and handle ADP data entry, approving employee time and updating schedules
• Conduct standardized work audits and ensure compliance with Standardized Work protocol
• Manage the closure of line QRCI's and coach team leaders to independently resolve issues
• Ensure adherence to the principles of 7 Quality Basics, including OK First Part, Poka Yoke, and Self-inspection
• Maintain compliance with company policies, safety standards, 5S, and good housekeeping practices
• Promote continuous improvement and encourage team input on improvement ideas
• Promote a safe work environment and conduct necessary interviews such as disciplinary, return to work, and performance evaluations
• Validate operator polyvalence levels and set weekly targets

Essential Skills

• Experience in supervisory roles within a production or manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of production management, safety standards, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing
• Ability to lead and coach teams effectively
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage departmental performance measures

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Detroit, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Detroit, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.