Production Supervisor - Press Operation

OVERVIEW : The Production Supervisor of Press Operation is directly involved in and performs daily manufacturing operations while leading, mentoring, and supervising the production team. This role requires hands-on engagement with fabrication, assembly, maintenance, inventory, and stamping press operations. The supervisor coordinates workflows, manages staff performance, and oversees specialized direct reports, including Punch Press Operators and Tool & Die. Based in Mansfield, Ohio, this full-time position reports to the Production Manager.
IDEAL ELECTRIC CONFORMANCE STATEMENT
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

• Represent the company with respect by conducting business in a professional and ethical manner
• Interact professionally and respectfully with customers, suppliers, and other employees 
• Complete assigned work in compliance with policies and procedures, and within deadlines, with or without direct supervision; when required, record and maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed  
• Apply job knowledge and safety and quality training in all aspects of work
• Closely adhere to safety and security standards and procedures
• Work effectively as a team contributor and, work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
• Provide world-class customer service and customer-facing skills
• "This position requires access to, or development of, technology or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.62) or be able to obtain the appropriate U.S. government authorization (export license) to access such technology or technical data. U.S. Person status is required for this position."

"U.S. Person definition: A U.S. Person includes a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident alien (Green Card holder), a refugee, or a person granted asylum”

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Personnel & Operations Management

• Oversee scheduling, workflows, and manufacturing processes for efficiency, productivity, and quality to meet customer expectations and render on-time deliveries.
• Ensure adequate staffing for production needs; directly manage, support, and schedule production, welding, punch press, and tool & die staff while maintaining good relations.
• Provide training, technical support, direction, and guidance to subordinate personnel to assist with job skill development and ensure cross-training on equipment.
• Resolve operational problems, troubleshoot workflow bottlenecks, and take swift corrective actions.

Press, Tooling & Technical Oversight

• Supervise the setup and operation of heavy equipment, including hydraulic/punch presses, squaring shears, feeders, and spot welders.
• Oversee tool and die operations, ensuring fixtures, stamping dies, and coils are set up properly, tested, and repaired to meet exact engineering specifications and tolerances.
• Guide operators and makers in interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and data specifications.
• Perform production, maintenance, and setup services alongside the team as needed.

Inventory & Compliance Tracking

• Order production-related parts, tooling, raw materials, and supplies as needed to prevent downtime.
• Record production activities, labor hours, and manage inventory control in the ERP system.
• Maintain comprehensive environmental records for compliance with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Support quality and safety initiatives, overseeing housekeeping and 5S efforts across all manufacturing and press areas.

ITAR/EAR Leadership

• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with applicable U.S. export control laws and regulations, including ITAR and EAR.
• Properly handle and store export-controlled data and materials, preventing unauthorized access by foreign persons.
• Maintain and ensure safekeeping in secured areas of detailed records of all ITAR-related activities, including technical data transfers and access logs.
• Lead by example with ITAR Compliance. Encourage ITAR/EAR Compliance through words and actions, discouraging the prioritization of business or other interests over compliance.
• Communicate to employees that they are encouraged to raise questions or concerns about ITAR/EAR Compliance and potential risk areas.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:

• Education: High School Diploma or certified equivalent. Education obtained through a tech school, college, or a completed tool & die apprenticeship/technical training program is highly desirable.
• Experience: 5+ years working in a manufacturing environment along with 5+ years in a manufacturing supervision or management role. Heavy manufacturing experience involving motors, generators, large rotating equipment, or stamping presses is helpful.
• B2B Experience: Experience working directly with customers and vendors in a professional B2B environment.
• Technical Literacy: Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 suite, project management applications, and ERP systems.
• Skillset: Robust analytical thinking, mathematical understanding (geometry/algebra), and troubleshooting capabilities. Exceptional attention to detail, communication, and time-management skills.
• Equipment Literacy: Familiarity with standard office equipment as well as heavy manufacturing hand tools, precision measuring gages, overhead cranes, powered industrial trucks, and press machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND WORK HOURS

• Hours: Daily minimum of 8 hours. Weekly 40-hour minimum.
• Overtime: Overtime is required, subject to production schedules, and may vary based upon specific customer and department needs.
• Environment: Operates primarily in active manufacturing and press environments. May be exposed to confined spaces. Must be willing to work flexible hours, overtime, occasional weekends, holidays, and nights.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee:

• Communication: Regularly required to talk, listen, and hear. Frequent reading, writing, and counting required.

• Mobility: Frequently required to stand for prolonged periods, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and enter small and/or confined spaces. Occasionally required to sit, climb, and balance.

• Lifting & Heights: Must be able to regularly lift and move 50–75 pounds. Must be capable of climbing ladders, stairs, platforms, and scaffolding to heights of 30 feet with regularity.

• Vision: Must exhibit specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

** ADDITIONAL JOB-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
Although rare, occasional travel may be necessary in this position.  In such cases, the employee may be required to:

• obtain and maintain a valid passport and US-issued driver's license

• maintain a driving record that is acceptable for coverage under the company's insurance plan

DISCLOSURES
Ideal Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.  Ideal Electric is a drug-free workplace.  This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of the activities, duties, or responsibilities required for the position. Management reserves the right to assign, reassign, or change duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time with or without notice.