Production Supervisor 1st Shift VSL2

About the role

The Production Supervisor 1st Shift VSL2 will lead the startup and daily operation of a manufacturing production line within Bosch's Value Stream. This role ensures safe, high‑quality, on‑time production while managing costs and continuous improvement activities.

Key responsibilities

• Support the startup and daily operation of the production line, organizing, planning and directing activities within the Value Stream.
• Manage safety compliance with state, federal and Bosch regulations; participate in safety committee meetings and audits.
• Achieve quality targets, monitoring defect rates and failure costs.
• Meet delivery goals for SL1 by coordinating production schedules.
• Control staffing and indirect material usage to stay within planned product costs.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including Daily Management, CIP teams, 5S, and Process Confirmations.
• Maintain clear communication across all shifts and with upper management; close open issues promptly.
• Assess direct and indirect labor requirements to align current and future demand.

Required profile

Required skills

• 5S methodology
• Continuous Improvement Process (CIP)
• Lean manufacturing principles
• Process confirmation techniques