How do they match: First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers

  • Motion Picture Equipment Supervisor
  • Sports Equipment Supervisor

  • Calculate labor and equipment requirements and production specifications, using standard formulas.
  • Conduct employee training in equipment operations or work and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers.
  • Determine standards, budgets, production goals, and rates, based on company policies, equipment and labor availability, and workloads.
  • Inspect materials, products, or equipment to detect defects or malfunctions.
  • Recommend or implement measures to motivate employees and to improve production methods, equipment performance, product quality, or efficiency.
  • Requisition materials, supplies, equipment parts, or repair services.
  • Set up and adjust machines and equipment.

  • Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Calculate specific material, equipment, or labor requirements for production.
  • Confer with others to resolve production problems or equipment malfunctions.
  • Inspect production equipment.
  • Install equipment attachments or components.
  • Instruct workers to use equipment or perform technical procedures.
  • Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning.
  • Order materials, supplies, or equipment.
  • Study blueprints or other instructions to determine equipment setup requirements.