Production Supervisor (2nd Shift)

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. We are currently looking for a Production Supervisor to join us at our facility in Houston, TX. The Production Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and consistent execution of daily manufacturing operations within their assigned area. This role leads front-line employees, ensures compliance with safety and quality standards, and delivers performance against production, cost, and delivery targets. The supervisor serves as the primary link between management and hourly employees, driving accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. Reports To: Manufacturing Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily shift operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and schedule attainment.
• Enforce safety policies, housekeeping standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
• Ensure adherence to standard work, operating procedures, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate staffing, work assignments, and shift coverage to meet production needs.
• Identify and escalation operational, safety, quality, and equipment concerns.
• Lead shift handoffs, team meetings, and daily communication activities.
• Train, coach, and develop employees to improve performance and skills.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, problem-solving efforts, and process optimization.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and operational records.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Safety & Compliance Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance. Ability to identify risks, resolve unsafe conditions, and promote a safety-first culture.
• Operations & Quality Experience executing production plans and meeting operational goals. Understanding of quality systems, process controls, and continuous improvement principles. Ability to analyze performance metrics and take corrective action.
• Leadership Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop front-line employees. Strong coaching, accountability, and team-building skills. Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across shifts and departments.
• Problem Solving Ability to identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and drive sustainable improvements. Experience supporting Lean, Kaizen, 6S, or similar operational excellence programs preferred.

Success Measures

• Safe and compliant operations
• Achievement of production and quality targets
• Consistent execution of standard work
• Employee engagement and accountability
• Continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance

Work Environment

The Production Supervisor is expected to maintain a visible presence on the production floor, actively support employees, champion company values, and drive operational excellence within the assigned area.

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

1.2 - First/Mid Level Officials and Managers (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America) We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

Axalta is a global coatings company focused on providing customers with innovative, colorful and sustainable solutions. With more than 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, Axalta continues to find ways to serve more than 100,000 customers with the finest coatings, application systems and technology.