Production Supervisor

Post Date

Jul 30, 2026

Location

Cookeville,
Tennessee

ZIP/Postal Code

38506
US
Oct 08, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Managerial / Professional

Req #

DGO-024e93be-36c8-4208-91be-54bfecfdb1b7

Pay Rate

$75k - $80k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Production Supervisor for a top automotive manufacturing client. This individual will oversee 1st shift assembly operations and lead a team within a high-volume production environment. The ideal candidate is a strong people leader who thrives in a fast-paced setting, takes ownership of operational challenges, and is comfortable making critical decisions. Responsibilities include supervising production teams, coaching leaders, monitoring safety and performance metrics, analyzing manufacturing data, managing payroll and timekeeping, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, improving processes, and contributing to a culture where employees are valued and supported.

Day-to-Day:
• Supervise 1st shift assembly production operations supporting approximately 100 employees
• Report directly to the Production Manager and serve as the primary floor-level operations leader
• Manage employee timekeeping and payroll processing through ADP
• Coach, mentor, and develop Team Leaders and Line Leaders
• Analyze machine activity and production efficiency using manufacturing software
• Monitor production metrics, safety, quality, and operational performance
• Identify production issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Prioritize shifting production needs and resolve daily operational challenges
• Provide feedback and recommendations to improve processes and overall shift performance
• Partner with management to develop strategies that increase efficiency and productivity

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2+ years experience leading a production team in an OEM/Tier 1 manufacturing environment
• Strong people-first leader with proven ability to coach, develop, and hold Team Leaders and Line Leaders accountable for performance and growth
• Experience utilizing production software and manufacturing data to monitor efficiency, analyze performance, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions
• Experience partnering closely with Production Managers for continuous process improvement
• Strong operational skills including monitoring production metrics, safety oversight, timekeeping and payroll, and prioritizing multiple issues in a high-volume assembly environment

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Tier 1 Automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• ADP for payroll processing

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.