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Production Supervisor 2nd shift

Dana · Columbia, MO

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Level
Supervisor
Team
Production
Degree
Required
Experience asked
4+ years
Industry
Automotive
Posted
23 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level production role at Dana (automotive) in Columbia, MO.

They ask for
4+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Lean

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How this role compares

Against 14 other live production postings in Missouri.

Experience asked
More than usual (4+ vs 3+)

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 93%
  • ✓ Lean 40%
  • EHS / safety 33%
  • SAP 20%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 4+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Dana

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  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

    One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.

  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

    Apply with someone vouching for you

    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Supervise production team members and assign tasks to meet daily output goals.
  • ◆Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
  • ◆Resolve operational issues and escalate concerns to management or engineering as needed.
  • ◆Train and coach employees on standard operating procedures and safety practices.
  • ◆Maintain accurate production records and support shift handovers.

Qualifications

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years of applicable experience
  • ✓3+ years of experience
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Job Purpose

The Production Supervisor oversees daily manufacturing operations, ensuring that production targets are met safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. This role manages frontline employees, coordinates workflow, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

  • •Leadership and team management.
  • •Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • •Effective communication and conflict resolution.
  • •Knowledge of lean manufacturing and safety protocols.

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