Production Supervisor Jobs in California

A Production Supervisor in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and directing the activities of the production team. This includes ensuring the smooth, efficient, and effective running of the production processes, scheduling shifts, ensuring quality control, and overseeing the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment. They also have a crucial role in ensuring that safety regulations are followed, implementing production plans, and meeting production targets. They communicate with other departments such as logistics, procurement, and quality control, and may also be responsible for the training and development of production staff.

Important skills for a Production Supervisor include strong leadership and management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, good organizational and planning skills, and proficiency in using related software. Some roles may require a specific certification such as Certified Production Supervisor (CPS) or a degree in a related field. Prior to becoming a Production Supervisor, an individual might have held positions such as Production Operator, Production Technician, or Production Line Leader. These roles would provide the necessary experience and understanding of production processes and management.

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Operations Supervisor - Aerospace Manufacturing

  • City of Industry, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 15 days ago

Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) in City of Industry is currently looking for an Operations Supervisor to join our team! This role will be reporting to our Area Manager at our Aerospace...

Production Lead

  • Dinuba, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dinuba, CA
  • 1 day ago

Pressed Juicery is growing and hiring Production Leads in Dinuba, CA. About Pressed Juicery Pressed Juicery is at the forefront of the wellness movement and is dedicated to making healthy living...

OPS - Supervisor, Production

  • Alhambra, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Alhambra, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Purpose: Our Plant Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing daily operations within the manufacturing plant to ensure optimal production efficiency, safety, and quality. This role...

Avionics Operations Supervisor (Strategy, Analytics, and Planning)

  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 5 days ago

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the...

Manufacturing Supervisor - 3rd Shift

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 6 days ago

The Opportunity: Oversees the daily planning, implementation and maintenance of the manufacturing activities of a specific area. Ensures the effective use of materials, equipment and personnel in...

Megasys Operations Supervisor

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 6 days ago

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the...

Operations Supervisor

  • Ventura, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Ventura, CA
  • 7 days ago

Operations Supervisor Location: Ventura, CA $60,000 - $90,000 plus bonus Did you know you can make a positive impact on firefighter health and safety from right here in Ventura, CA? Gear Wash is...

Production Lead

  • Modesto, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 8 days ago

Salary Not Available Production Lead Bunge North America Occupation: First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers Location: Modesto, CA - 95350 Positions available: 1 Job #: ......

Supervisor, Production (Tank Weldment) - Weekend Shift

  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Hawthorne, CA
  • 9 days ago

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the...

Production Lead

  • Modesto, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 9 days ago

A Day in the Life: Team Leaders must have detailed working knowledge of all aspects of production and production lines. The position supports Shift Supervisors and Production Operators in...

Production Lead

  • Buttonwillow, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Buttonwillow, CA
  • 9 days ago

Enforce adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all company safety policies. Maintain a professional, respectful demeanor in all communications with staff....

Ramp Operations Supervisor

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago

Manufacturing Practice (GMP), FDA, USDA and EPA regulations Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills required along with the ability to multi-task Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and...

Production Lead

  • Fremont, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Fremont, CA
  • 14 days ago

Requisition Number: 204184 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Production Lead to support the Rental Division. The Production Lead is responsible for assisting supervisors/managers in ensuring...

Production Lead

  • Carson, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Carson, CA
  • 15 days ago

Production Lead Ducommun, Inc. United States, California, Carson 23301 South Wilmington Avenue (Show on map) Jun 14, 2025 Production Lead This position requires a person with strong leadership...

1st Shift Production Supervisor

  • San Leandro, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA
  • 15 days ago

Learns, understands, teaches and reinforces the department and company rules, policies, procedures and good manufacturing practices; including safety, quality, health, housekeeping, behavior and timely...

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Salary for Production Supervisor Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Supervisor positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Supervisors in California offer the following education background
High School or GED
30.0%
Bachelor's Degree
29.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.2%
Associate's Degree
12.3%
Master's Degree
11.4%
Some College
2.1%
Some High School
1.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Supervisors in California
1-2 years
29.5%
2-4 years
23.0%
Less than 1 year
22.2%
10+ years
9.9%
None
7.1%
6-8 years
4.5%
4-6 years
3.9%



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