Production Supervisor
Parsons Photography, Inc. · Wenatchee, WA
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Experience asked
- 75+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Parsons Photography, Inc. (industrial) in Wenatchee, WA.
- They ask for
- 75+ years
- Tools it names
- Lean
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Washington: typical posted base $90k–$126k.
Median of the low and high ends of 10 live postings that list pay, out of 16 production supervisor openings in Washington, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 23 other live production postings in Washington.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (75+ vs 2+)
Typical $90k–$126k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 63%
- ✓ Lean 38%
- 5S 29%
- Root cause 25%
- EHS / safety 21%
- Painting / coating 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Full description from Parsons Photography, Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
The Role
As Production Supervisor, you'll be the hub of our production operation—ensuring jobs flow smoothly from start to finish, deadlines are met, and quality stays high. You'll work with a dedicated team, solve daily challenges, and have real input into how we improve our systems.
Your Day-to-Day
- ◆Monitor daily production workflow and keep jobs on track for on-time (or early!) delivery
- ◆Identify and resolve bottlenecks before they become problems—working with your team to find solutions
- ◆Set up incoming jobs and ensure everything's ready for production to begin
- ◆Catch and resolve quality issues during production
- ◆Coach team members on best practices and help them grow
- ◆Build and implement systems that improve accuracy and efficiency
- ◆Oversee digital service delivery as it relates to print workflow
- ◆Troubleshoot software issues that affect workflow and timelines
- ◆Make resource recommendations to management when needed
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Wenatchee, WA 98801 // Full-time // From $21.00 per hour
About Us
For over 75 years, Parsons Photography has been Wenatchee's trusted family-owned photography business. As we prepare for exciting growth, we're looking for a Production Supervisor who thrives on organization, problem-solving, and leading teams to success. If you love the satisfaction of hitting deadlines, optimizing processes, and coaching others, this role is for you.
Impact You'll Make
- •Directly influence customer satisfaction through on-time, quality delivery
- •Shape how we work by proposing and implementing process improvements
- •Develop team members and create a positive, productive work environment
What We're Looking For
Must-Haves
- •1+ years in a time-sensitive production environment (any industry)
- •Strong attention to detail—you catch things others miss
- •Excellent communication and team-building skills
- •Intermediate Excel and Google Workspace skills
- •Comfortable with Windows OS and basic network troubleshooting
- •Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Nice-to-Haves
- •Photography or print production experience
- •Experience with workflow or project management software (e.g. Asana)
- •Background in process improvement or lean methodology
Who Thrives Here
- •People who love organization and systems
- •Problem-solvers who stay calm under pressure
- •Natural coaches who enjoy helping others succeed
- •Self-starters who see what needs to be done and do it
Benefits with you in mind
Health Insurance
Medical insurance (starts after 30 days) with HSA options
Paid Time Off
6 paid holidays annually, paid vacation time, and paid sick leave (1 hour per 40 hours worked)
Employee Discounts
Employee discounts on photography services
Flexible Schedule
Work-life balance in a family-owned culture where your voice matters
Fast-paced but supportive team atmosphere
Real input into process improvements and decisions
Work that makes a difference—you'll see the impact daily
Opportunity to grow with a company that's been thriving for 75+ years
How to apply
Option 1 (Preferred): Bring in your resume in person along with a brief cover letter to Parsons Photography located at 15 South Mission Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801. We are open Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.
Option 2: Submit your application through Indeed with your resume and cover letter.
Cover Letter Tip: Tell us why you'd be great at keeping production running smoothly. Share a story about a time you solved a workflow bottleneck or coached someone to improve—we want to hear your story!
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