Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift - Assembly

About the Role

In this role you will conduct daily safety audits, resolve safety hazards, support 5S initiatives, and document both internal and external quality issues. You will monitor line takt times, manage production schedules, plan for absences, and ensure staffing levels meet productivity goals while maintaining team morale. • Perform daily safety audits and address immediate hazards. • Lead problem‑solving activities to eliminate safety and quality issues. • Support 5S actions and maintain a clean, organized work environment. • Document internal and external quality concerns and escalate as needed. • Monitor line pace to ensure takt times are met and adjust production flow. • Review daily schedules, sequence work, and plan for staff absences. • Track team morale, communicate changes, and foster a collaborative culture. • Participate in rapid daily problem‑solving and improvement events. • Assist in interviewing, selecting, and onboarding new team members. • Develop cross‑training plans to expand skill sets across the line. • Conduct performance evaluations and coach staff on KPI metrics. • Maintain confidentiality of business and product information. • Apply Lean principles and continuous‑improvement methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸safety audits
• ▸5s
• ▸lean principles
• ▸takt monitoring
• ▸production scheduling
• ▸team coaching

What You Bring

Terex Utilities is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift assembly line in Watertown, SD. The company promotes an inclusive, vibrant culture that values safety, quality, innovation, and respect for all employees. The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of production team‑leader experience, strong written and verbal communication, and proficiency with MS Word and Excel. Preferred qualifications include a degree in engineering or related fields, five years of leadership experience, and formal Lean training. • Demonstrate strong leadership with at least two years of production supervision experience. • Meet physical requirements: stand/sit 10‑hour shifts and lift up to 40 lb.

Requirements

• ▸leadership
• ▸supervision
• ▸ms word
• ▸excel
• ▸high school
• ▸lean

Benefits

Compensation ranges from $65,000 to $78,000 annually, based on education, experience and certifications. Terex offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, 401(k) matching, and medical, dental, and vision coverage. Terex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. The organization strives to foster an environment where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated.

Work Environment

Onsite