Job Title: Production Supervisor
Company: Kelly Services
Location: Onsite — Sedalia, Missouri 65301
Shift: 6:00 pm to 6:00 am (2-2-3 schedule; 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on)
Pay Rate: $35.10 per hour
Job Summary
Kelly Services is seeking a motivated Production Supervisor to join our team in Sedalia, Missouri. In this key leadership role, you will champion a safety-first culture and lead all aspects of manufacturing operations to ensure quality standards and production targets are met. We are looking for a hands-on leader with experience in industrial manufacturing, strong team development skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety Leadership:

  • Champion company safety standards and procedures.
    

  • Ensure completion of all required safety training for employees.
    

  • Lead monthly safety meetings, near-miss reporting, pre-shift safety inspections, and incident investigations.
    

  
  

• Customer and Quality Commitment:
  

  • Ensure all products meet customer expectations and quality standards.
    

  • Oversee accurate, timely production to scheduled commitments.
    

  • Conduct root cause analysis for quality issues and lead resolution efforts.
    

  • Train and coach operators in problem-solving skills.
    

  
  

• Team Leadership and Development:
  

  • Provide regular performance feedback and document corrective actions when necessary.
    

  • Train and develop team members for sustained success.
    

  • Foster strong team relationships, communication, and engagement.
    

  • Monitor time and attendance to meet production needs.
    

  
  

• Managing Operations:
  

  • Communicate plant performance metrics and drive continuous improvement.
    

  • Collaborate with other departments to meet production capacity specifications.
    

  • Partner with maintenance staff to maximize equipment efficiency.
    

  • Ensure compliance with corporate and facility policies.
    

  
  

• Continuous Improvement:
  

  • Lead cost-saving and waste reduction initiatives.
    

  • Participate in 6S events and continuous improvement activities.
    

  • Support product qualification efforts with cross-functional teams.
    

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed High School Diploma or GED
  

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a lead or supervisory role
  

• At least 18 years of age

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed bachelor’s degree in business or engineering
  

• Leadership experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting
  

• Experience in electrical, mechanical, electronic controls and process troubleshooting
  

• Six Sigma Green Belt or experience in continuous improvement methodologies
  

• Strong mechanical aptitude

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficiency in MRP systems (SAP), Microsoft Office, and Kronos
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across organizational levels
  

• Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities
  

• Leadership in safety and change management
  

• Analytical mindset for problem solving and root cause analysis

If you are a dependable leader with a proven track record in manufacturing and are committed to safety and operational excellence, we invite you to apply and become part of the Kelly Services team!
 

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