Production Supervisor
Olin · Independence, KS
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $80k–$89k
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Olin (industrial) in Independence, KS.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Base pay
- $80k–$89k
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Kansas: typical posted base $80k–$89k. This one lists $80k–$89k.
Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 25 production supervisor openings in Kansas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Kansas plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 21 other live production postings in Kansas.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 100%
- EHS / safety 45%
- Lean 41%
- Root cause 32%
- Six Sigma 27%
- Green Belt 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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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
Pick 2–3 people on the Production team at Olin
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 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
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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
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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Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience leading processes, projects, or teams with demonstrated ability to influence others and support continuous improvement.
Ability to prioritize tasks, work safely in a high-volume environment, and collaborate effectively across teams. Working knowledge of production processes, quality control, and safety practices. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to present information clearly. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Location-Specific
Requirements
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
Must have a valid US Driver's License This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. To meet the government-facility requirements, the candidate must be a US citizen. Strong Careers Grow Here Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.
Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement. Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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