Assembly Production Supervisor

Customs Goods•Fontana, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Summary/Objective: The Assembly Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily assembly operations within a fast-paced third-party logistics (3PL) environment. This role ensures that assembly processes are executed efficiently, safely, and in alignment with customer requirements, production schedules, and quality standards. The supervisor leads a team of production associates, coordinates workflow, and ensures that productivity, accuracy, and service levels meet company and client expectations. Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Supervise and coordinate daily assembly operations to meet production goals and customer deadlines Lead, train, and develop a team of assembly associates to ensure productivity, quality, and safety standards are maintained Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and production schedules to ensure efficient use of labor and resources Ensure assembly processes follow client specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality control requirements Conduct regular quality checks to ensure finished products meet customer and company standards Collaborate with warehouse, inventory, and shipping teams to ensure seamless order fulfillment and on-time delivery Maintain accurate production records, labor tracking, and reporting for operational performance Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce errors, and optimize production output Enforce workplace safety standards and ensure compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations Assist with staffing needs including interviewing, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance management Address employee concerns, provide coaching, and promote a positive and productive work environment Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean practices, workflow optimization, and productivity tracking. Perform hands-on support within the assembly and kitting areas as needed, including lifting, moving, and staging materials to maintain continuous production flow Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts to support production and material movement Set up, adjust, and ensure readiness of assembly equipment, conveyors, and workstations prior to and during production Coordinate daily shift handovers with incoming and outgoing supervisors to communicate production status, pending orders, material shortages, and operational priorities Oversee material staging and ensure assembly lines remain continuously supplied to avoid downtime Support troubleshooting of minor equipment issues and coordinate with maintenance as neede Ensure work areas are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe condition in alignment with 5S standards Monitor line performance and proactively address issues that may impact throughput or production targets

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required, associate’s or bachelor’s degree in operations, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
3–5 years of experience in production, assembly, manufacturing, or warehouse operations
1–3 years of supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
Experience in a 3PL, distribution, or contract packaging environment strongly preferred
Strong understanding of assembly processes, production scheduling, and quality control practices
Proficiency with warehouse management systems (WMS), production tracking, and Microsoft Office
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
Experience operating forklifts and other warehouse material handling equipment preferred
Ability to perform physical work including lifting, bending, squatting, and standing for extended period
Experience working in a high-volume warehouse or production environment with changing priorities and production demands

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily assembly operations to meet production goals and customer deadlines
Lead, train, and develop a team of assembly associates to ensure productivity, quality, and safety standards are maintained
Monitor workflow, staffing levels, and production schedules to ensure efficient use of labor and resources
Ensure assembly processes follow client specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and quality control requirements
Conduct regular quality checks to ensure finished products meet customer and company standards
Collaborate with warehouse, inventory, and shipping teams to ensure seamless order fulfillment and on-time delivery
Maintain accurate production records, labor tracking, and reporting for operational performance
Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce errors, and optimize production output
Enforce workplace safety standards and ensure compliance with company policies and OSHA regulations
Assist with staffing needs including interviewing, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance management
Address employee concerns, provide coaching, and promote a positive and productive work environment
Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean practices, workflow optimization, and productivity tracking.
Perform hands-on support within the assembly and kitting areas as needed, including lifting, moving, and staging materials to maintain continuous production flow
Operate material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts to support production and material movement
Set up, adjust, and ensure readiness of assembly equipment, conveyors, and workstations prior to and during production
Coordinate daily shift handovers with incoming and outgoing supervisors to communicate production status, pending orders, material shortages, and operational priorities
Oversee material staging and ensure assembly lines remain continuously supplied to avoid downtime
Support troubleshooting of minor equipment issues and coordinate with maintenance as neede
Ensure work areas are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe condition in alignment with 5S standards
Monitor line performance and proactively address issues that may impact throughput or production targets