Maintenance Technician Millwright

Production Supervisor

We are working with an exceptional manufacturing client that is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead shop floor operations. This is a direct hire opportunity overseeing a large production team in a steel manufacturing environment.

About the Position

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising daily operations to ensure production runs safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This role is hands on and shop floor focused, providing direct product and process support to employees each day. The supervisor drives safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and employee morale while maintaining production schedules and cost standards. This role is accountable for continuous improvement within the assigned department, including employee training and development. The supervisor plans and coordinates production activities on the assigned shift, ensures proper use of equipment, and applies effective production methods. The position oversees more than 30 direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise production operations to ensure safe, efficient, and timely output
• Create and post daily production schedules and work assignments based on demand and employee strengths
• Provide hands on product and process support on the shop floor
• Lead safety, quality, delivery, and morale initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement and employee development
• Plan and coordinate all production activities on assigned shift
• Ensure quality standards, proper material flow, and equipment care
• Assign work to maximize employee skills and productivity
• Improve plant productivity through lean manufacturing practices and employee involvement
• Support implementation of stow system goals and objectives
• Lead employee training sessions and tier meetings
• Evaluate performance and coach employees on safety and efficiency
• Reduce scrap and prevent shipment of sub standard product
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment using 5S and OPEX initiatives
• Enforce company policies, work rules, and corrective actions as required
• Oversee a team of 30 or more direct reports

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years of hands on experience in a steel fabrication or steel manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing steel environment
• Proven experience applying lean manufacturing techniques
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated leadership, motivation, and supervisory capability
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to manage shifting priorities

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of racking systems

Benefits

• PTO and sick leave
• 11 US paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance including family coverage with approximately 90% company paid
• Company paid short term and long term disability insurance
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid accidental death and dismemberment coverage
• 401K with employer match currently at 4%
• Partial tuition reimbursement after 12 months