Production Supervisor
Advastar
Sycamore, IL · Posted October 18, 2026
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About the job
#jobalert | DIRECT HIRE | PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR | MANUFACTURING [Sycamore, IL area]
Our client in the Sycamore, IL area is experiencing rapid growth, supplying essential engineered-to-order products to billion-dollar infrastructure projects and next-generation facilities. These positions play a vital role to ensure ensures safe, efficient production while leading a team to meet objectives and maintain quality standards. It provides opportunities for leadership in process improvements and cross-functional collaboration within a global organization.
Anticipate $70,000 - $90,000 annually (non-exempt)
Benefits include: Health, Vision, Dental, Life, 401K w/ match
5x10s, M-F (50+ hours per week), overtime required (1st shift, typically 5/6am start time)
Responsibilities
Enforce safety guidelines, conduct walks/observations, and promote compliance
Set production objectives, organize workflows, and suggest efficiency improvements
Supervise team, provide coaching/discipline, and conduct performance reviews
Resolve production/HR issues, ensure maintenance/repairs, and maintain clean/organized areas
Establish cross-training and ensure adherence to procedures
Qualifications
Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college/technical school; or 3-5 years related experience/training
Bachelor's degree preferred
Lean manufacturing background
Excellent planning, organizational, leadership, communication, and analytical skills
Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ability to meet physical demands (lifting up to 50 lbs, standing/walking)
Keywords: Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Lean Manufacturing, Safety Compliance, 2nd Shift, ISO Procedures, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Industrial Manufacturing
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