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Production Supervisor- 5 axis

Cox Machine, Inc. · Wichita, KS

Level
Supervisor
Team
Production
Experience asked
3+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
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The role in 30 seconds

A supervisor production role at Cox Machine, Inc. (industrial) in Wichita, KS.

They ask for
3+ years
Tools it names
CNC, Machining

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Production Supervisor roles in the US: typical posted base $76k–$102k.

Median of the low and high ends of 250 live postings that list pay, out of 930 production supervisor openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 21 other live production postings in Kansas.

Experience asked
More than usual (3+ vs 2+)

Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 91%
  • EHS / safety 32%
  • FDA / GMP 27%
  • SAP 23%

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

Stands out: this posting asks for CNC, Machining, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Full description from Cox Machine, Inc.As posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

Oversee the day to day workflow of production staff Manages Production operators Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed an in accordance with company policy Works with department leaders to monitor each department and make recommendations to improve performance that impacts the organization Position

Responsibilities

Oversee the production process to ensure delivery of high quality products that meet the customers' needs Ensures appropriate production rate to reduce delivery delays Collaborates with Customer Service and sales departments to identify and resolve quality concerns Identifies any bottlenecks or delays in production; ensures necessary labor, materials and other resources are available to relieve production bottlenecks and delays Uses production planning and scheduling to limit material shortages Ensures production machinery complies with professional and safety standards Effectively and clearly communicates potential risks in a timely manner Resolve employee, customer or contractor issues Coordinate with internal and external parties to exchange relevant information Prepare staff schedules and determine work assignments including timeline completions for projects Represent the organization in external relations including negations Act as liaison between departments or other groups to improve function, performance or communication Review applicable organizational policies and procedures ensuring accuracy and relevance, communicate said policies and procedures, updating as necessary Ensure CAR's (Corrective Action Reports) are submitted on time with proper resolutions Tasks Enforce safety and health regulations. Direct and coordinate the activities of employees engaged in the production or processing of goods, such as operators, or general production workers. Confer with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments. Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals. Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions. Observe work and monitor gauges, dials, and other indicators to ensure that operators conform to production or processing standards. Conduct employee training in equipment operations or work and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers. Interpret specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers. Keep records of employees' attendance and hours worked. Read and analyze charts, work orders, production schedules, and other records and reports to determine production

requirements

and to evaluate current production estimates and outputs. Requisition materials, supplies, equipment parts, or repair services. Maintain operations data, such as time, production, and cost records, and prepare management reports of production results. Determine standards, budgets, production goals, and rates, based on company policies, equipment and labor availability, and workloads. Confer with management or subordinates to resolve worker problems, complaints, or grievances. Set up and adjust machines and equipment. Recommend or implement measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency. Recommend or execute personnel actions, such as hirings, evaluations, or promotions. Implement corrective actions to address organizational or departmental issues. Establish departmental

responsibilities

and coordinate functions. Ensure efficient collaboration and coordination between relevant departments including procurement, distribution and management. Interpret and explain policies, rules, regulations and document poor performance Monitor and review the performance of staff Implement and review standard operating procedures and ensure all procedures are being followed. Implement and enforce quality control to detect and correct problems Act as liaison between organization and management Perform other duties as assigned

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Production Supervisor- 5 Axis Job Category: Production Requisition Number: PRODU001123 Location: Wichita, KS 67205, USA Job Details Description 5 Axis Production Supervisor Purpose To plan, organize and control production to ensure that goods are produced efficiently, on time and within budgets and to standards. The Production Supervisor will directly supervise and coordinate the activities of production between machine operators by supervising daily production schedules and ensure that inventory levels are managed properly. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent Minimum of 3 years of knowledge and experience in production and manufacturing processes and techniques 2-3 years of CNC Machining experience required Supervisory

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