
Job Title:Production Supervisor (OVERNIGHT SHIFT)
Job #: 2026-18046
Industry: Manufacturing (Paint, Coatings, Chemicals)
Shift: Overnight Shift (11:00pm to 7:30am)
Location:400 N Groesbeck Hwy, Mt Clemens, MI 48043
Direct Reports: 10-16
Salary:$80K - $95K
Background: Must be able to pass a Background Check & Drug Test (No Exceptions)
Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder (No Exceptions)
Ideal Candidate: Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 3 years Team Leadership (Supervisory) experience in a Manufacturing environment, supervising at least 10 Direct Reports
Axalta Coating Systems(Company Website Link)
Job Summary:
The First Line Supervisor is responsible for the execution of the daily production plan in order to ensure a quality product is made on time by following site safety rules and philosophy. The first line supervisor will plan, direct, coordinate, and audit the day to day production activities to ensure customer and business objectives are met.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Production Leadership & Operational Excellence:
·Lead and manage day-to-day production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and timely execution of the production plan to include documentation of delays.
·Execute and communicate production schedules, priorities, and status updates to meet customer and business objectives.
·Lead daily Tier 1 meetings to communicate key information related to safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
·Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and other support functions to ensure operational alignment and minimize downtime.
·Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and Axalta Way behaviors.
·Maintain operational continuity by attending or leading departmental and cross-functional meetings as needed.
·Effectively prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and respond to changing production demands.
Continuous Improvement & Performance Management:
Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.
Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.
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