Production Supervisor Jobs in North Carolina
Production Supervisor jobs in North Carolina are in strong demand, with consistent hiring across food and beverage manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts, and industrial equipment production at levels from entry-level shift supervisor through senior plant operations manager. The most active hiring metros are Charlotte, Greensboro, and Raleigh, where employers such as Honeywell, Caterpillar, and Wolfspeed maintain major manufacturing operations and regularly staff supervisory roles. The most sought-after specialties in North Carolina listings include lean manufacturing, GMP compliance for pharma and biotech lines, and multi-shift floor supervision. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Requisition ID: 272210
Locations: Bishopville; Charlotte
Travel Team Opportunity: This Supervisor Production Process position is part of our Travel Team and requires approximately 80% travel. The role may be based within any part of Coca-Cola Consolidated’s production plant territory, with travel to support production operations across multiple locations.
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Job Overview
The Supervisor, Production Process will be a deployable role that enables the Production function to respond quickly and provide support to locations experiencing performance challenges. This role may also be assigned proactively to assist local leaders with new production, equipment, process, and business implementations. The incumbent will partner with local leadership to identify and correct gaps in production operations that affect safety, quality, service, cost, and throughput. The role requires broad knowledge of production processes, equipment, automation, and continuous improvement, along with the ability to train, develop, and coach front-line teammates and provide operational and process recommendations to local leaders. The incumbent may also fill temporary leadership gaps and serve as the location’s production point of contact.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Partners with local leadership to establish and prioritize critical production improvement areas and assists in designing and implementing action plans to close identified gaps
- Actively participates in the full employee life cycle at assigned locations, including interviewing, hiring, and training new employees; developing existing employees; and partnering with local leaders on coaching and corrective actions
- May work directly within production operations to address staffing or process gaps until adequate resources and stable operating conditions are established
- Fills in for local Production Supervisors when staffing gaps are present and may assist with short-term coverage for vacations or other absences
- During non-travel weeks, serves as an additional production leadership resource at the home branch location
- Participates in production contingency plans arising from labor disruptions, equipment failures, material shortages, or other business interruptions
- Plans, coordinates, and performs associated administrative activities for travel and logistics in support of 70 to 80% travel
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Must be able to qualify for, successfully perform, and train others on applicable production job duties, standard work, safety requirements, quality procedures, and equipment operation
- Demonstrated knowledge of production operations, process improvement, equipment, automation, safety, quality, and workforce leadership; flexibility and willingness to travel extensively (70 to 80%); and excellent adaptability to new environments, geographies, and teams
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 3 to up to 5 years
- Valid Driver's License
- Required equipment, safety, and process certifications applicable to assigned production operations
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Work Environment
- Work environment will vary by production location and assignment
- Exposure to seasonal temperatures, production equipment, noise, and other conditions typical of manufacturing and production environments can be expected
- Travel required as needed (70 to 80%)
Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID: 272210
Locations: Bishopville; Charlotte
Travel Team Opportunity: This Supervisor Production Process position is part of our Travel Team and requires approximately 80% travel. The role may be based within any part of Coca-Cola Consolidated’s production plant territory, with travel to support production operations across multiple locations.
Uncap Your Potential at America's Largest Coca-Cola Bottler — Pour Your Passion into Purpose!
We're more than beverages—we're building meaningful careers and vibrant communities. Join our team where your talent meets purpose, and every teammate directly shapes our success.
- Career Growth: Clear pathways to advance and develop your career
- Competitive Benefits: 401(k) match + health coverage + employee stock purchase plan
- Purpose-Driven: Create meaningful impact in the communities you serve
- Professional Development: Dedicated training + personalized mentorship
Join us - your refreshing new chapter starts here!
Job Overview
The Supervisor, Production Process will be a deployable role that enables the Production function to respond quickly and provide support to locations experiencing performance challenges. This role may also be assigned proactively to assist local leaders with new production, equipment, process, and business implementations. The incumbent will partner with local leadership to identify and correct gaps in production operations that affect safety, quality, service, cost, and throughput. The role requires broad knowledge of production processes, equipment, automation, and continuous improvement, along with the ability to train, develop, and coach front-line teammates and provide operational and process recommendations to local leaders. The incumbent may also fill temporary leadership gaps and serve as the location’s production point of contact.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Partners with local leadership to establish and prioritize critical production improvement areas and assists in designing and implementing action plans to close identified gaps
- Actively participates in the full employee life cycle at assigned locations, including interviewing, hiring, and training new employees; developing existing employees; and partnering with local leaders on coaching and corrective actions
- May work directly within production operations to address staffing or process gaps until adequate resources and stable operating conditions are established
- Fills in for local Production Supervisors when staffing gaps are present and may assist with short-term coverage for vacations or other absences
- During non-travel weeks, serves as an additional production leadership resource at the home branch location
- Participates in production contingency plans arising from labor disruptions, equipment failures, material shortages, or other business interruptions
- Plans, coordinates, and performs associated administrative activities for travel and logistics in support of 70 to 80% travel
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Must be able to qualify for, successfully perform, and train others on applicable production job duties, standard work, safety requirements, quality procedures, and equipment operation
- Demonstrated knowledge of production operations, process improvement, equipment, automation, safety, quality, and workforce leadership; flexibility and willingness to travel extensively (70 to 80%); and excellent adaptability to new environments, geographies, and teams
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 3 to up to 5 years
- Valid Driver's License
- Required equipment, safety, and process certifications applicable to assigned production operations
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Work Environment
- Work environment will vary by production location and assignment
- Exposure to seasonal temperatures, production equipment, noise, and other conditions typical of manufacturing and production environments can be expected
- Travel required as needed (70 to 80%)
Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Production Supervisor Job Market in North Carolina
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Staffing & Recruiting
- Food & Beverage
- Electronics & Hardware
- Mining & Natural Resources
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in production supervisor jobs across North Carolina.
- Three or more years of experience supervising a manufacturing or production floor team
- Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience maintaining GMP, OSHA, or ISO compliance on a production line
- Associate or bachelor degree in manufacturing technology, industrial management, or a related field
- Proficiency with production scheduling software and manufacturing execution systems
- Ability to lead and develop a shift team of ten or more hourly employees
Production Supervisor Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a production supervisor in North Carolina?
The most common path in North Carolina is a combination of hands-on production experience and relevant education, with no state-issued license required for the role itself. Most employers expect several years on a manufacturing floor before moving into supervision, often starting as a lead operator or team leader. A degree or certificate in industrial technology, manufacturing management, or a related field from a North Carolina community college or university strengthens candidacy, particularly for larger regulated manufacturers in pharma or aerospace.
How much do production supervisors make in North Carolina?
Production supervisors in North Carolina earn a median of about $69,640 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $45,960 for the lowest 10% to over $101,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire production supervisors in North Carolina?
Employers hiring production supervisors in North Carolina right now include Eaton, ABB, and Greif, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Carolina's concentration of pharmaceutical, automotive, and defense manufacturers means openings appear across both large anchor plants and mid-size contract manufacturers throughout the Piedmont Triad and Charlotte corridors.
Which North Carolina cities have the most production supervisor jobs?
Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro currently have the most production supervisor openings in North Carolina. Charlotte drives volume through its auto parts and industrial manufacturing base, while Greensboro and the broader Piedmont Triad region anchor aerospace, textiles, and logistics operations that consistently generate supervisory openings across multiple shifts and facilities.
Are there remote production supervisor jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they are rare. Production supervisor roles are fundamentally hands-on, requiring direct oversight of floor teams, equipment, and safety protocols that cannot be performed remotely. About 8% of production supervisor openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be hybrid roles where administrative planning and reporting tasks are done off-site while floor presence is still required on a scheduled basis.
How can I get hired as a production supervisor in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is securing a lead operator or senior technician role at a North Carolina manufacturer and building toward promotion from within. Large employers such as pharmaceutical contract manufacturers in the Research Triangle and industrial plants in the Charlotte metro regularly hire production associates and team leads as feeders into supervisory tracks. Completing a manufacturing management certificate through the North Carolina Community College System adds a credential that signals supervisory readiness to hiring managers evaluating internal and external candidates alike.
Where can I find and apply to production supervisor jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to production supervisor jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings by location or specialty, find roles that fit your background, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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