The posting
JUNIOR PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR About Voltava: At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything. About the Role: The Junior Production Supervisor is a developmental leadership position designed to build the skills and experience necessary to become a successful Production Supervisor within Voltava. This position will work across multiple areas of the operation, including Production Supervision, Materials Coordination, Quality Coordination, and Plant Liaison responsibilities. Through hands-on assignments, training, and coaching from plant leadership, the Junior Production Supervisor will develop a broad understanding of the systems, processes, customer requirements, and leadership skills required to successfully lead in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate is someone who demonstrates leadership potential, initiative, strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a desire to learn and grow into increasing levels of responsibility. What You Will Do:
Participate in a structured development process across Operations, Materials, Quality, and Customer Liaison functions. Learn and perform key Production Supervisor responsibilities, including supporting Team Leaders and Team Members, monitoring production performance, responding to issues, and maintaining safety, quality, delivery, and productivity expectations. Develop leadership skills through coaching Team Members, supporting accountability, communicating expectations, and participating in employee-related situations. Learn production systems and processes necessary to understand customer requirements, production status, sequencing, and delivery performance. Support material coordination activities including inventory monitoring, material shortages, Min/Max systems, cycle counts, expedited material, and material flow. Support quality activities including inspections, audits, containment, customer concerns, corrective actions, and problem-solving. Develop an understanding of customer liaison responsibilities through interaction with the customer, investigation of concerns, containment activities, communication of issues, and follow-up. Participate in problem-solving and root-cause analysis and support the development and implementation of corrective actions. Develop the ability to recognize abnormal conditions, establish priorities, escalate concerns appropriately, and respond with a sense of urgency. Build effective working relationships across Operations, Materials, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, IT, and other support functions. Learn and utilize plant systems, reports, ERP tools, Microsoft Office, and other systems necessary to manage the operation. Support continuous improvement activities related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, people, and process performance. Provide coverage in different plant functions as knowledge and competency are developed. Participate in training, coaching, and periodic development reviews with plant leadership. Demonstrate Voltava's values and contribute to a positive, respectful, and accountable workplace. Maintain flexibility to work different shifts, schedules, and assignments as required for training and plant needs. Perform other duties and developmental assignments as assigned.
What You Need To Be Successful:
Manufacturing experience preferred; automotive manufacturing or assembly experience is a plus. Demonstrated interest and potential to develop into a leadership position. Ability and willingness to learn multiple areas of the business rather than specialize in a single function. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively interact with Team Members, peers, plant leadership, support groups, suppliers, and customers. Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take ownership of problems. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities. Ability to analyze problems, gather information, make decisions, and escalate concerns when necessary. Ability to receive coaching and constructive feedback and apply what is learned. Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team. Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and assignments. Strong sense of urgency and customer focus. Basic computer skills; Microsoft Office experience preferred. Ability to learn new systems, processes, and technology. Consistent attendance and punctuality. Flexibility to work additional hours or different shifts as required.
Bonus Points If You Have:
Previous Team Leader, Coordinator, or other informal/formal leadership experience. Experience in production, materials, quality, logistics, or customer support. Experience working directly with an automotive OEM customer. Experience with ERP, inventory, production monitoring, or quality systems. Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or structured problem-solving. Experience leading a team through a problem or improvement activity.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Travel:
n/a
What We Offer: We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life. Our Core Values: Voltava is committed to creating an environment where every Team Member feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to make an impact.
Respect: We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other. Integrity: We earn trust through every interaction. Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to. Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.
Together, we are Building A Better Everything. Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals. Accessibility and Accommodations Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
