Supervisor, Production
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager
Join Kyocera International, Inc. We’re hiring a Production Supervisor at our Vancouver, WA location!
Salary Range: $59K - $87k annually (Final offer based on experience, education, skills, and market factors)
Why Kyocera? With nearly 80,000 employees worldwide, Kyocera is a global leader in advanced ceramic technologies used in aerospace, automotive, medical, and semiconductor industries. Our materials power everything from smartphones to space shuttles - and we’re just getting started.
What Makes Us Stand Out? We don't just offer jobs - we offer careers with purpose, stability, and growth. Here's what you can expect:
Generous Time Off- 3 weeks of vacation to start (120 hours/year)
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid pension plan
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off to volunteer
- Flexible schedules
- Onsite gyms, walking tracks, and employee gardens at larger locations
- Long-tenured team (many with 30+ years of service!)
- Inclusive and diverse workforce
- A company philosophy rooted in doing the right thing as a human being
Kyocera's culture is deeply inspired by our founder, Dr. Kazuo Inamori. His values guide our decisions and shape our workplace. Learn more about our guiding principles here:
Kyocera Values Ready to Make a Difference?Apply today and become part of a team that's shaping the future - one innovation at a time.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITIONThe Supervisor oversees existing processes and improvements based on a variety of production needs. This position will direct the production team in daily manufacture of existing products and processes, while working with the Engineering team on the development of new processes, training of employees, customer interaction, and interaction with Kyocera sales/operations.
The Supervisor is responsible for the continual maintenance of a safe working environment, employee development, upkeep of production lines, as well as daily/monthly/yearly HE (P/L) sheet planning/result. This position will report to the Production Manager or equivalent level and is accountable for all team functions/performance.
(Tasks listed are intended to be descriptive and not restrictive. An employee in this position may perform any of the tasks listed; however, these examples do not include all the tasks which an employee may be expected to perform.)
REQUIREMENTS2 year degree preferred
High school diploma required and experience in managing a production team in a manufacturing environment
Ability to manage and motivate employees and follow through on deadlines and goals
Knowledge of FMEA, Lean and Six Sigma Principles helpful.
Computer skills: proficient with Outlook, SAP and Excel.
Ability to work well with other people, both externally and internally.
Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
Ability to read blueprints, knowledge of machines, SPC, Failure Analysis, and engineering metrics.
Vision required in the job includes close vision and reading a computer screen.
Eligible to work in an ITAR environment.
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