Production Supervisor

Company Description

XP Power is a leading power designer and manufacturer of electronic power conversion products. We serve a wide variety of business in the Industrial, Healthcare, Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing and Technology markets. We have presence in over 40 countries within the North America, Europe and Asia region. The Company is listed on the London Stock Exchange.

This is an exciting time to be joining us as we continue to grow sustainably and profitably, working towards our vision to become the first choice power solutions provider delivering the ultimate experience for our customers.

We are committed to our culture that values Customer Focus, Flexibility, Knowledge, Speed and Integrity.

Job Description

The Production Supervisor will report to the EVP, Global Supply Chain and will be responsible to meet the on-time delivery sub-assembly, power assembly, and final product. He/she will lead and coach the assembly staff; creating an environment of continuous improvement to meet quality and delivery commitments. This role requires fluid collaboration across materials, planning, manufacturing engineering, and test.

• Cross over and collaborate with 2nd shift supervisor to assure flawless daily communication. • Manage and balance the assembly and sub-assembly capacity and cycle times to assure delivery to the plan. • Work closely with Master Scheduler and Planning to execute to the commits. Critical focus on in-housework orders and material shortage processes. • Assure compliance to shift schedule, recommend overtime as needed, and secure commits to be reviewed with Manager.

• Lead and guide daily assembly operations to ensure safety, quality, delivery, resource utilization, and employee performance and satisfaction.
• Conduct daily start‑of‑shift stand‑up meetings covering safety, quality, production status, and customer commitments.
• Collaborate closely with the 2nd‑shift supervisor to ensure seamless communication and continuity during handover.
• Manage and balance assembly and sub‑assembly capacity and cycle times to meet delivery targets.
• Work with the Master Scheduler and Planning team to execute production commitments, with key focus on in‑house work orders and material shortage resolution.
• Ensure compliance with shift schedules, recommend overtime when required, and review commitments with the Manager.

• Ensure all assembly equipment, procedures, and employee practices comply with safety protocols, and perform all required health and safety audits.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for ERP production transactions, with strong proficiency in planning and inventory processes.
• Effectively use the PDM system to support production activities and understand ECO‑driven changes.
• Train production associates and coordinate support from other functional teams when needed.
• Improve product and process quality through continuous improvement initiatives, including structured problem‑solving, LEAN, and 6S. Conduct 6S audits and hold yourself and the team accountable for daily improvements.
• Implement consistent, robust ESD procedures across all assembly operations.
• Provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to team members in areas of safety, quality, workflow, LEAN practices, and overall job performance.
• Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.

Qualifications

• Have at least 5 years of experience leading assembly operations in a manufacturing environment.
• Degree in Business Management preferred
• Proven on the ground experience utilizing structured problem solving, LEAN, and 6S to transform operations.
• Ability to manage conflict and difficult performance issues.
• Strong knowledge and skilled with computer applications, MRP, ERP, and Microsoft Office.
• Intermediate skill with Excel is essential.
• Knowledge of manufacturing controls required – Capacity planning, inventory control, Bills of Materials, Engineering drawings and Change Orders, Document Control, and Work Instructions.
• Able to coach and lead employees.
• Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and a tenacious follow through.
• Is comfortable with reaching beyond role/ scope to drive improvement and growth.
• Proven ability to perform effectively in dynamic environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Ability to lift to 50lbs.

Additional Information

XP Power provides a safe and healthy working environment that is stimulating and collaborative, where employees are empowered to make a real difference. We place our people at the heart of everything we do. We understand that if we provide our people with the ultimate experience, they will provide the ultimate experience to our customers.