Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor
Applied Information, Inc. – Alpharetta, GA
Reports to: Director of Production

Applied Information, Inc. is a nationwide leader in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), connected vehicle technology, and smart city solutions. Our Glance® platform, AI-driven transportation components, and connected school-zone and emergency vehicle systems help agencies improve safety, efficiency, and mobility.

We design and manufacture advanced electronic, AI-enabled hardware used in traffic intersections, emergency vehicle preemption, connected school beacons, transit systems, and V2X infrastructure.

We are seeking a hands-on, highly accountable Production Supervisor to lead and develop our growing production team. This is a critical leadership role overseeing the daily operations of 8–10 Production Technicians assembling, configuring, and testing our precision electronic systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership & Development

  • Supervise, mentor, and coach a team of 8–10 Production Technicians.

  • Train team members on assembly methods, testing procedures, ESD protocols, safety, and quality expectations.

  • Maintain accurate, comprehensive training and competency records.

  • Conduct daily stand-ups, prioritize tasks, and set clear expectations for output and accountability.

  • Foster a culture of ownership, teamwork, continuous improvement, and safety.

Production, Assembly & Testing

  • Manage daily assembly of AI-enabled electronics, traffic control hardware, connected vehicle systems, and communication modules.

  • Ensure all work follows engineering documentation, BOMs, assembly drawings, test scripts, and controlled procedures.

  • Oversee functional testing, calibrations, burn-in procedures, and verification of connected and IoT hardware.

  • Work closely with Engineering to resolve build issues, validate prototypes, and support new product introductions (NPIs).

Planning, Scheduling & Coordination

  • Schedule work orders, allocate resources, and ensure timely completion to support delivery commitments.

  • Track production output, WIP, yields, and cycle times; identify bottlenecks and corrective actions.

  • Collaborate with the Purchasing, Shipping & Inventory Control Manager to resolve material shortages and optimize material flow.

  • Coordinate with Quality Assurance to maintain compliance and drive defect reduction.

Reporting & Oversight

  • Report directly to the Director of Production on daily/weekly output, staffing, quality issues, and material status.

  • Prepare and maintain KPIs including throughput, on-time completion, first-pass yield, labor efficiency, and training compliance.

  • Identify improvement opportunities and make data-driven recommendations to leadership.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

  • Enforce ESD controls, proper handling of sensitive electronics, and overall workplace safety.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready production area.

  • Hold team members accountable to company policies, quality standards, and ITS industry expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3–5 years supervising electronics, hardware assembly, or manufacturing teams.

  • Strong knowledge of electronic assembly methods, testing procedures, and quality processes.

  • Experience with AI-enabled hardware, PCB assemblies, cellular IoT devices, or embedded systems preferred.

  • Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manufacturing documentation.

  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools.

  • Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

  • Demonstrated accountability, ownership, and follow-through.

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES WE VALUE

  • Experience in ITS, traffic control hardware, telecom, or IoT is beneficial.

  • Ability to lead by example and remain hands-on with production tasks when needed.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a continuous-improvement mindset (Lean/5S experience is a plus).

  • High integrity, reliability, and commitment to quality and safety.

LOCATION REQUIREMENT

  • Must reside in Georgia and be able to commute to our Alpharetta, GA office.

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