Production Supervisor
Danaher · Putnam, CT
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Pharma & life sciences
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Danaher (pharma & life sciences) in Putnam, CT.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, 5S, Root cause
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Connecticut: typical posted base $90k–$104k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 13 production supervisor openings in Connecticut, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Connecticut plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 11 other live production postings in Connecticut.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $80k–$104k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- ✓ Lean 42%
- EHS / safety 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, 5S, Root cause, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Danaher
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- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Full description from DanaherAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
In this role, you will have the opportunity to
- ◆Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and Cost objectives.
- ◆Develop, coach, and hold accountable production associates and front-line leaders while creating a culture focused on engagement, teamwork, and performance.
- ◆Drive Daily Management processes including tier meetings, visual management, standard work, and performance tracking and ensure adherence to safety requirements, quality systems, operating procedures, and company policies.
- ◆Monitor operational metrics, identify performance gaps, and implement corrective actions through structured problem-solving methodologies.
- ◆Partner with HR on employee relations matters, attendance management, performance management, talent development, and succession planning.
- ◆Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing DBS, Kaizen, root cause analysis, countermeasures, and waste reduction methodologies.
- ◆Manage staffing, scheduling, labor utilization, and resource planning to support customer demand and business objective and support strategic initiatives and organizational transformations that improve safety, quality, productivity, and employee experience.
The essential
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in
- ✓Leading operations in a regulated manufacturing environment.
- ✓Supporting multiple shifts and managing diverse manufacturing teams.
- ✓Implementing Lean, Kaizen, or DBS improvement initiatives with measurable business impact.
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.
The Production Supervisor plays a critical leadership role in building a safe, engaged, and high-performing manufacturing team while ensuring operational excellence across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and Cost. This role is responsible for developing frontline talent, driving accountability through Daily Management systems, and leading continuous improvement activities that position the organization for future growth. This position will report to the Production Manager and will be an on-site role in Putnam, CT.
of the job include
- •Bachelor's degree in business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and manufacturing leadership experience.
- •Experience leading employees in a manufacturing, operations, or production environment with accountability for safety, quality, and performance.
- •Demonstrated ability to coach, develop, and hold employees accountable while fostering a positive and engaged work environment.
- •Experience utilizing performance metrics and operational data to drive decision-making and achieve business objectives.
- •Working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, DBS, Kaizen, 5S, or structured problem solving.
- •Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration with departments such as Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, Materials, Supply Chain, and Human Resources