Production Supervisor - 1st Shift

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Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy we are working on an intelligent combustion engine for hydrogen and other non‑fossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e‑mobility.

MAHLE generated sales of €11.7 billion in 2024. Employing just under 68,000 people at 135 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. Join our MAHLE team! #Stronger Together

As a Production Supervisor – 1st Shift reporting to the Head of Operations, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management, counseling, disciplining, and coaching of personnel within This includes driving the output and activities of the assigned cells and work areas as well as other priorities set forth by the Operations Manager. Assume organizational responsibility for production staff and implement a culture of excellence (visible leadership).

• Manage a team of Production Associates and Team Leader(s).
• Organize associates on shift to achieve output, quality and safety goals.
• Ensure timely completion of shift‑end reports and other documentation as required.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and follow all established safety guidelines, ensuring conformance with OSHA.
• Ensure adherence to QS 9000, TS 16949, and ISO 14001 standards.
• Initiate actions/ escalation along the value stream when problems arise regarding safety, quality (Q‑stop), equipment, materials, and maintenance.
• Follow escalation process accordingly.
• Ensure that Team Leader orders all materials to prevent production interruptions for current and on‑coming shifts. Function as a backup to the Team Leader, ordering materials when necessary.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment (5S).
• Ensure all set‑ups and changeovers are performed efficiently and effectively.
• Support training initiatives.
• Support CIP efforts in plant through coordination with plant staff.
• Meet shift build plans.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

• Technical Associate’s Degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of industrial experience with a minimum of three years of supervisory experience required.
• Familiarity with metric system and tight tolerances (0.01 mm).
• Demonstrated knowledge of MAHLE Production Systems such as work instructions, preventive maintenance, and OEE.
• Ability to multi‑task and work with little to no supervision required.
• Personal computer skills in MS Office a plus.
• Previous experience in manufacturing processes is favored.

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically include a screening call followed by personal interview(s).

Entry level:
Experienced hires

Part‑/Full‑time:
Full Time

Functional area:

Production

Department: BU2 Thermal and Fluid System

Location:

Dayton, OH, US, 45404

Company: MTFS Dayton (US)

#Diversity Matters – we welcome applications from all social, religious & ethnic backgrounds, disabilities both mental and physical, gender identities, and neurodivergent people.

MAHLE is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment‑based non‑immigrant and immigrant visas. However, as a global company, MAHLE offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website

As a team player who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute to designing the mobility of the future. Choosing MAHLE means selecting trend‑setting technologies and strategies. If you are interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally‑friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality, then MAHLE is the right address for you.