Production Supervisor

We are seeking a PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR to join the Orvis Team! This is an on-site position at our Rod Shop in Manchester, VT.

The Production Supervisor is responsible for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations for their department. This role ensures production meets quoted standard costs, quality requirements, and delivery schedules while actively managing and reducing scrap rates. The supervisor provides hands-on leadership, drives continuous improvement, and maintains a safe, efficient production environment.

For more than 165 years the Orvis name has stood for outdoor traditions, quality, and customer satisfaction. At Orvis, we do not sell what we, ourselves, would not be proud to own or give as a gift. Our associates deserve to be proud of our service and our products, and we rely on every associate to apply our “pride of ownership” credo to drive our quality. “Good enough” is not our standard. We need to strive for perfection in our products and customer service, to propel our growth and the pride that will fuel our team.

Position Interfaces:
This position will report to Director of Manufacturing, will collaborate with QA team and will interface with rod shop management team.

Responsibilities:

Production & Cost Control

Develop & Execute daily production plans to meet output, labor, and efficiency targets
Ensure fly rod sections are built to quoted standard costs
Monitor labor hours, material usage, and cycle times; take corrective action when variances occur
Partner with engineering and management to improve routings, standards, and processes

Scrap & Quality Management

Work with Systems Analyst/Engineering to track, analyze, and reduce scrap and rework rates
Develop and Ensure compliance with work instructions, specifications, and quality standards
Support inspections and audits as required

Leadership & Team Development

Supervise, train, and develop graphite production leads
Assign work, balance workloads, and maintain cross-training within the department
Enforce safety policies, housekeeping standards, and attendance expectations
Foster accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement mindset

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve throughput, consistency, and material utilization
Lead or support lean initiatives, process improvements, and cost-reduction efforts
Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to resolve issues

Competencies and Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to motivate and coach team members effectively.
Working knowledge of MS365, Teams.
Ability to prioritize, multitask, and make sound decisions under pressure.
Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Orvis Company associates take pride in our world-class service and products, treating customers, vendor partners, and each other with integrity and mutual respect. We work in a supportive, team-oriented environment, focusing on performance, continuous improvement, and exceeding our customers’ expectations – both internal and external. The Orvis Company and our associates are committed to giving back to our communities and protecting nature.

About Orvis:

In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.

Orvis is headquartered in beautiful Southwestern Vermont with operations in Roanoke, Virginia and the U.K. We firmly believe that the only way for Orvis to achieve its vision to be the most respected lifestyle brand in America, is to have a company culture that is supportive and inspiring to the individuals that will get us there.

Orvis offers competitive compensation commensurate with scope of responsibilities and experience required; plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, 401K, generous associate discounts, and other excellent benefits.

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This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Orvis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other status protected by law.

To learn more and connect with Orvis, please visit us online www.orvis.com.