Production Supervisor

Production Supervisor

Location(s): Colfax, NC, US, 27235 Function: Manufacturing Audience: Experienced Professional Work Arrangement: On Site

Job Title: Operations Supervisor – OC Doors Wood Division, Colfax Rough Mill Location: Colfax, NC Reports To: Operations Leader Department: Colfax Rough Mill Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Operations Supervisor to lead and support our Rough Mill production and warehouse teams. This role is critical in ensuring operational excellence, safety compliance, and efficient production planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in team management, inventory control, and cross-functional collaboration with maintenance and logistics.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Performance Management - Supervise daily operations and direct reports across production and warehouse functions.
• Manage employee attendance, time clock accuracy, and scheduling.
• Conduct job training, performance assessments, and provide ongoing coaching.
• Monitor and evaluate daily job performance to ensure productivity and quality standards.
• Safety & Culture - Champion a Safety-First mindset aligned with our Safer Together culture.
• Lead daily safety walks and facilitate weekly Stop for Safety talks.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and proactively address hazards.
• Production Planning & Execution Plan and coordinate production lines handling multiple SKUs and customer requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production targets and timelines.
• Adjust plans dynamically based on demand changes, material availability, and staffing.
• Inventory & Warehouse Management Oversee inventory control processes and ensure accurate stock levels.
• Utilize and understand MRP systems for material planning and replenishment.
• Manage warehouse operations including receiving, storage, and material flow.
• Work with material vendors on forecasting, purchase volume releases, and quality.
• Maintenance Collaboration Work closely with plant maintenance staff to support Preventive Maintenance programs.
• Ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime through proactive planning.
• Participate in maintenance reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in operations supervision within a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing teams and improving performance.
• Familiarity with MRP systems and inventory management principles.
• Experience in production planning with diverse SKUs and customer specifications.
• Commitment to safety and experience leading safety initiatives.
• Knowledge of warehouse and receiving processes.
• Collaborative mindset with experience working alongside maintenance teams.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP software.
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience is a plus.

About Owens Corning: Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.