
Production Supervisor (Lamination)
Brunswick · Vonore, TN
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $50k–$69k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Certification
- Green Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Brunswick (industrial) in Vonore, TN.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required · Green Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Green Belt, 5S, Root cause, DMAIC, Time studies
- Base pay
- $50k–$69k
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Tennessee: typical posted base $73k–$118k. This one lists $50k–$69k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 33 production supervisor openings in Tennessee, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Tennessee plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 26 other live production postings in Tennessee.
- Experience asked
- Typical (4+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- Lean 41%
- ✓ 5S 41%
- ✓ Root cause 37%
- Six Sigma 26%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for DMAIC, Time studies, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Brunswick in Vonore
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Full description from BrunswickAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Travel Required: No
Direct Reports: Yes
Pay Range: $49,900 - $69,300
Relocation: Yes
Visa Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Innovation is the heart of Brunswick. See how your contributions will help transform vision into reality:
Essential Functions
- ◆Own the four (4) main metrics (safety, quality, delivery, productivity/people) - understand results & implement action plans to close gaps & meet targets
- ◆Typically spend 75% of time on the floor in direct supervision of daily production / 25% of time on administrative and project tasks
- ◆Successfully adhere to and model Brunswick’s Employee Value Proposition and Values (Innovative, Driven, Exceptional, Authentic and United)
- ◆Communication: Display professionalism and represent the Company as a leader of the organization in all communications and interactions with employees at all levels of the organization
- ◆Utilize tools such as MS Office applications, Shop Floor Manager, OBMS etc. to execute daily
responsibilities
and project work
- ◆Oversee a line or area within a department including responsibility for front line employees and Leads. Understand staffing needs; review nominal headcount and execute to plan; interview for open roles and make candidate selection decisions
- ◆Responsible for safety of team and safety compliance to include PPE adherence, safety policy adherence, conducting safety audits, correcting unsafe behaviors & conditions. Conduct incident investigation reports in partnership with EH&S.
- ◆Conduct root cause analysis in partnership with Quality on defects; drive resolution; address repeat warranty issues; drive corrective actions around compliance findings.
- ◆Conduct and lead Continuous Improvement efforts by using tools such as Andon, Spaghetti Diagrams, Line Balancing; 5S, DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis etc. Identify road blocks and barriers encountered by work teams; pull together and lead cross functional teams to address issues and execute actions needed.
- ◆Drive accountability to policies and procedures; make discretionary decisions that are guided by policies, procedures, and business plan.
- ◆Manage performance issues; administer disciplinary actions and corrective actions, conduct performance evaluations for all employees.
- ◆Resolve conflict within team and across teams; investigate routine personnel issues in partnership with HR
- ◆Create action plans from Employee Opinion Survey results and drive execution of plans for area of responsibility
- ◆Manage timekeeping & absenteeism; update UKG; sign off on timecards; ensure compliance to start/stop times, breaktimes & mealtimes
- ◆Understand and manage the production schedule and understand impact on other areas; communicate to internal customers any changes or deviations to schedule / plan and make action plans with support functions where needed.
- ◆Work with leaders in upstream and downstream processes to achieve metrics - Partner with peers to resolve production and quality issues.
- ◆Ensure development of team as part of succession and talent planning.
- ◆Manage cost, expense, and inventory control of material and supplies.
Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.
Required Qualifications
- ✓High School Diploma or GED
- ✓4+ years of Manufacturing experience
- ✓Prior leadership experience or experience as a mentor
- ✓Knowledge of safety practices in a manufacturing environment
- ✓Ability to analyze data and understand metrics and systems
- ✓Strong communication skills, including written, oral and listening.
- ✓Experience resolving conflict with others and between others
- ✓Ability to work with confidential information and maintain strict confidentiality.
- ✓Ability and drive to become certified Green Belt
- ✓Desire for continuous learning
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Associate or Bachelor’s degree
- ✓Prior experience in a manufacturing supervisory role
- ✓Strong computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office Suite
- ✓2+ years’ experience in a lamination role
- ✓Certified Green Belt (or higher)
The hiring range for this position is $49,900 - $69,300 annually. The actual base pay offered will vary based on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the specifics of the candidate’s
qualifications
and the business context.
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Position Overview
As part of the talented Sea Ray lamination team, you will supervise production employees in our Small Parts department and assign work while meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. You will also support the successful launch and integration of new models transitioning from a sister plant by coordinating training, standard work adoption, and process alignment. Recommend and execute improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions through listening, engaging employees, and problem solving. Act as the company conduit for employee communications to keep employees informed of news, changes, and operational updates.
At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.
