Production Supervisor Jobs in Kentucky

A Production Supervisor in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and directing the activities of the production team. This includes ensuring the smooth, efficient, and effective running of the production processes, scheduling shifts, ensuring quality control, and overseeing the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment. They also have a crucial role in ensuring that safety regulations are followed, implementing production plans, and meeting production targets. They communicate with other departments such as logistics, procurement, and quality control, and may also be responsible for the training and development of production staff.

Important skills for a Production Supervisor include strong leadership and management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, good organizational and planning skills, and proficiency in using related software. Some roles may require a specific certification such as Certified Production Supervisor (CPS) or a degree in a related field. Prior to becoming a Production Supervisor, an individual might have held positions such as Production Operator, Production Technician, or Production Line Leader. These roles would provide the necessary experience and understanding of production processes and management.

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Operations Supervisor

  • Franklin, KY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Franklin, KY
  • 4 hours ago

Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation's largest producers of metal roofing and siding! We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we've...

Supervisor - Packaging (Weekend Nights - Sat, Sun, Mon)

  • Florence, KY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 4 hours ago

Job Title: Packaging Supervisor - UP1 (Weekend Night shift - Sat, Sun, Mon) Division: CPD Location: Florence KY Manufacturing Reports To: UP1 Cell Manager Shift: Weekend Night (Friday, Saturday,...

Customer Operations Supervisor

  • Hebron, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Hebron, KY
  • 1 day ago

Req ID 77613 | Hebron, KY, United States WABCO USA LLC Job Description About the Team: Join Hebron's Operations team to oversee and coordinate the movement of goods from one location to another...

LifeMade - Operations Supervisor - Erlanger

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 1 day ago

Production Supervisor / Operations Supervisor (Night Shift) - Erlanger, KY Position Summary Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Supervisor is accountable for maintaining a safe, productive...

1st Shift Production Supervisor

  • Berea, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Berea, KY
  • 7 days ago

Description Essential Functions: Responsible for effective and efficient operator of the assigned work area. Prioritize safety in all aspects of operations. Foster a culture of encouragement and...

Bottling Supervisor - 6pm 6am

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 8 days ago

Sazerac Company Overview Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the...

Operations Supervisor

  • Paris, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Paris, KY
  • 9 days ago

The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to the Site Operations Manager II and will work closely with the Avantors Clinical Services professionals to serve our customers by performing...

Production Lead: Philly-Dice (1st Shift)

  • Owingsville, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Owingsville, KY
  • 9 days ago

CTI Foods Overview We are a customer focused custom manufacturer of quality food products to exacting standards that delight our customer and their consumers. The people of CTI Foods are our #1...

Production Shift Supervisor

  • Smithland, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Smithland, KY
  • 11 days ago

Holcim US Production Shift Supervisor in Smithland , Kentucky Production Shift Supervisor Requisition ID: 11573 Location: Smithland, KY, US, 42081 Pay Type: Salary COMPANY OVERVIEW Holcim is...

Level 4 Production Lead Airheads Night Shift

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 11 days ago

Level 4 Production Lead Airheads Night Shift Perfetti Van Melle - 3.7 Erlanger, KY Job Details From $27.50 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave...

Value Stream Production Lead X-Treme Belts Day Shift

  • Erlanger, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Erlanger, KY
  • 11 days ago

Value Stream Production Lead X-Treme Belts Day Shift Perfetti Van Melle - 3.7 Erlanger, KY Job Details Estimated: $71.6K - $86K a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time...

Craft Bottling Supervisor - Off Shift

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 13 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 13 days ago

Company/Location Overview Buffalo Trace Distillery is a family-owned company based in Franklin County, Kentucky, whose rich distilling tradition dates back to 1787. Buffalo Trace is a fully...

Supervisor, Production I

  • Fairdale, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Fairdale, KY
  • 15 days ago

The Production Supervisor must understand and support all plant safety procedures and ensure all operators follow Standard Operating Procedures....

Operations Supervisor

  • Bardstown, KY
  • 18 days ago
  • Bardstown, KY
  • 18 days ago

Aerotek Operations Supervisor in Bardstown , Kentucky Job Title: Operations Supervisor Job Description We are seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to manage and oversee the schedules and...

Production Lead

  • Louisville, KY
  • 20 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 20 days ago

Operate production lines n accordance with FDA guidelines, GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices), and HACCP/SQF program guidelines....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

Moving to Kentucky? Find some basic demographic data about Kentucky below.


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Salary for Production Supervisor Jobs in Kentucky

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Supervisor positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Supervisors in Kentucky offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.1%
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.2%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Master's Degree
11.4%
Some College
2.1%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Supervisors in Kentucky
1-2 years
29.5%
2-4 years
23.0%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
10+ years
9.9%
None
7.1%
6-8 years
4.5%
4-6 years
3.9%



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