Production Supervisor
Magna Services · Highland Park, TX
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor production role at Magna Services (industrial) in Highland Park, TX.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), EHS / safety
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Supervisor roles in Texas: typical posted base $85k–$118k.
Median of the low and high ends of 8 live postings that list pay, out of 61 production supervisor openings in Texas, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Texas plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 60 other live production postings in Texas.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 85%
- ✓ Lean 38%
- Root cause 33%
- 5S 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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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 Magna Services
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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
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
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.
Full description from Magna ServicesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
responsibilities
as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
responsibilities
and cross trains as necessary.
- ◆Ensures employees are consistently adhering to standardized work processes and rotation schedules.
- ◆Tracks and reports daily production; and drives improvements where necessary.
- ◆Works to improve first run capabilities by identifying repeat offender(s) and developing corrective action.
- ◆Participates and leads process improvement projects: productivity, quality, ergonomics, etc.
- ◆Monitors, maintains and records employees' time related to the Attendance and Time-Off Policies (e.g. vacation, medical day, bereavement, jury duty, etc). Records approved time-off requests in timekeeping system; and ensures required time-off requests with supporting documentation are processed completely and timely.
- ◆Provides timely feedback on work performance including but not limited to safety, housekeeping, quality, accuracy, quantity, attendance, punctuality, job knowledge, adaptability, initiative, teamwork, communication, judgment and comprehension.
- ◆Supports and enforces the principles of the Employee Charter, Company goals and objectives, and decisions and policies by taking ownership and communicating these in a positive and supportive manner
Education/Certification/Licensure
- ✓High School Diploma or equivalent.
- ✓Bachelor or Associate degree in related field preferred
Experience
- ✓Minimum of two (2) years of production supervisory experience or a minimum of five (5) years of team leadership experience in an automotive manufacturing facility preferred.
- ✓Just-in-Time (JIT) manufacturing experience preferred.
- ✓Formal training on problem solving methodologies preferred (i.e., 5-why analysis, 8-D, etc.).
requirements
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AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify
qualifications
and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
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What we offer
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied
Group Summary
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
Job
Your contributions to the team
- •Supervises Team Leader(s) and Production Team Associates including but not limited to planning, assigning, directing and coordinating their day-to-day activities.
- •Assists the Production Manager in determining and managing appropriate manpower requirements.
- •Trains new and transferred employees on their job duties and
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- •Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- •Team oriented, communicates well with others, and able to interact with people at all levels and departments.
- •Excellent problem-solving skills.
- •Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, and various manufacturing/business information software.
- •Working knowledge of safety standards and OSHA guidelines.
- •Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, including participation in kaizen events.
Worker Type
Regular / Permanent
Group
Magna Seating