Production Supervisor
$69.6k - $97.3k/yr
Junior
Associate's
Lonoke, AR, USA
In PersonBased in Lonoke, Arkansas. Evening shift; initial two-week training is Monday through Friday on day shift.
Manufacturing & Production Operations
Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
- An associate degree in Business, Industrial Management, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least two years of leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing, industrial, processing, or production environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing operations.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, inventory control, and workplace safety practices.
- Strong communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.
- Ability to analyze operational data, identify trends, solve problems, and make sound business decisions.
- Demonstrated accountability for individual and team performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop production team members to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
- Coordinate personnel, equipment, and resources to meet production schedules and customer demand.
- Monitor and improve key performance indicators related to safety, quality, efficiency, waste reduction, and schedule attainment.
- Analyze production performance and identify opportunities to improve throughput, productivity, and manufacturing effectiveness.
- Participate in root cause analysis activities and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Planning, Warehouse, and other cross-functional teams to drive production success.
- Lead employee engagement efforts through effective communication, coaching, recognition, and performance management.
- Ensure team members receive appropriate training and development to build skills, maintain compliance, and support career growth.
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide ongoing feedback, and create development plans for team members.
- Support inventory accuracy initiatives by identifying discrepancies, addressing root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
- Maintain employee attendance and labor records within company systems.
- Conduct safety observations, audits, investigations, and corrective action activities as required.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Ensure effective shift-to-shift communication to support safe and efficient operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience leading teams in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence experience.
- Experience with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Experience using ERP systems, production systems, or manufacturing software platforms.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other business applications.
About the company
The Kinetic Group manufactures and designs ammunition for sports shooting, personal defense, law enforcement, and military use, with a portfolio of well-known brands such as Federal Premium, Remington, and CCI. It designs, mass-produces cartridges and components, and distributes them to customers worldwide. The company differentiates itself through its broad product range, established brands, and global distribution network. Its goal is to expand manufacturing capabilities and global reach, improving supply resilience and serving both civilian markets and defense customers after its acquisition by the Czechoslovak Group.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Beaverton, Oregon
Founded
2004
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The FBI awarded Federal and Remington a $77.4 million rifle-ammunition contract in June 2026.
- CSG's August 2026 results cited about $100 million in U.S. law-enforcement contracts.
- Fiocchi and Ozark investments expand shotshell capacity and premium mix under CSG.
What critics are saying
- HEVI-Shot's Oregon-to-Missouri relocation can disrupt production, talent retention, and customer fill-rates in 2026.
- The $77.4 million FBI contract concentrates execution risk until deliveries start this year.
- Ammunition pricing and contract wins depend on volatile raw materials and government procurement cycles.
What makes The Kinetic Group unique
- Federal, Remington, CCI, Speer, and HEVI-Shot create unmatched small-caliber brand breadth.
- CSG completed acquisition on November 27, 2024, adding capital and global channels.
- Kinetic keeps 3,800 employees across Minnesota, Arkansas, Idaho, Oregon, and Missouri.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Tuition Reimbursement