Production Supervisor - 2nd shift

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a Production Supervisor.  You will have the ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth. The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Owatonna, Minnesota 2nd shift Wednesday-Friday 4:30pm-5:30am

Your Responsibilities:

• Monitors production activities to eliminate delays and ensure adherence to production and shipping schedules 

• Assists in carrying out production objectives at the lowest cost, consistent with the organization's quality requirements 

• Assures safety and product quality while improving production procedures 

• Coordinates work flow with the various departments involved 

• Reports damaged and defective equipment to management 

• Trains other employees in day to day procedures 

• Maintains quality/quantity standards regarding output 

• Analyzes work orders to estimate worker hours and create machining schedules that meet both internal and external needs 

• Interprets specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assigns duties 

• Plans flow of materials through department according to work orders 

• Interfaces with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met 

• Inspects and measures parts and products to verify conformance to specifications 

• Directs workers in adjusting machines and equipment to repair products that fail to meet standards 

• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules 

• Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product 

• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew 

• Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems. 

• Maintains time and production records 

• Assists with capital equipment justifications for machine tools and process technology to improve quality, cost, and cycle times 

• Other duties as assigned 

Your Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent 

• 5+ years of related experience in manufacturing
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field (preferred)

• 3+ years of direct supervisory experience (preferred)

Your Benefits:

Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 

·       Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance  

·       401K retirement plan with employer match

·       Paid time off and company paid holidays

·       Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law

·       Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service 

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $66,000 to $108,800 in MN. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.