• Production Supervisor

    Aerotek (Urbandale, IA)


    Job Title: Production Supervisor

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Production Supervisor to lead and coordinate our production team. This role involves team leadership, production oversight, quality assurance, safety and compliance, process improvement, and effective communication. You will be responsible for ensuring that production goals are met efficiently and safely, while also fostering a positive team environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Lead, mentor, and motivate production staff to meet daily targets.

    + Assign tasks and monitor performance.

    + Conduct regular team meetings and performance reviews.

    + Implement and manage production schedules.

    + Ensure timely completion of production goals.

    + Monitor workflow and adjust resources as needed.

    + Ensure products meet company and regulatory quality standards.

    + Collaborate with QA teams to resolve issues.

    + Enforce safety rules and ensure use of protective gear.

    + Conduct safety audits and training.

    + Respond to incidents and implement emergency procedures.

    + Analyze production metrics to identify inefficiencies.

    + Implement Lean or Six Sigma practices.

    + Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

    + Maintain production records and reports.

    + Communicate with management and cross-functional teams.

    Essential Skills

    + 2+ years of production supervision experience.

    + Strong leadership and team management skills.

    + Proficiency in Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

    + Experience with production, assembly, and automotive processes.

    + Familiarity with hand tools and safety protocols.

    + Strong process improvement and problem-solving skills.

    + Excellent communication and reporting skills.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with 5S methodologies.

    + Training development experience.

    + Knowledge of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a team that values a collaborative and family-like atmosphere. Work in a high-tech environment with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities. Enjoy full benefits once direct, and seize the opportunity for growth as the team expands. Take ownership of your team and processes with the autonomy to drive improvements. Be part of a global network with over 150k locations worldwide.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work schedule is from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with potential overtime starting at 6:00 am and occasional partial Saturdays if necessary. The facility is comprised of approximately 15-20 people, including a 5-6 person assembly team. The dress code includes jeans, steel-toed boots, and a plain t-shirt.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Urbandale, Iowa.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $41.00/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 Urbandale,IA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2025.

    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 meets 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.