Production Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Production SupervisorCompetitive pay based on experience: $28–$40 per hour  About the Role

Newman Properties Inc is hiring a Production Supervisor to lead daily operations in our production environment in Castleton-On- Hudson, NY. You will guide a skilled team, coordinate workflow across fabrication and build steps, and help ensure the work produced meets quality standards, safety requirements, and schedule expectations.

Success in this role means keeping production on track while supporting team performance—planning work orders, coaching employees, inspecting completed work, and removing bottlenecks so jobs move smoothly from start to finish.

• Plan, assign, and supervise daily work orders across fabrication, welding, painting, assembly, and installation preparation.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of fabricators, welders, painters, and installers to support consistent output.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, job tickets, and permit sets to build to exact dimensions and requirements.
• Enforce OSHA safety standards by conducting safety briefings and ensuring correct use of PPE, lifts, and machinery.
• Inspect work in progress and finished output for quality, structural integrity, and readiness for installation.
• Maintain shop equipment such as welders, press brakes, CNC routers, paint booths, and lifts, and schedule preventive maintenance.
• Manage inventory of aluminum, steel, acrylic, vinyl, hardware, and consumables to prevent production delays.
• Coordinate with Production, Sales, and Design to align scheduling and job priorities.
• Track production records, time, and job costing, and troubleshoot bottlenecks to keep jobs moving.
• Ensure work areas and processes are organized, compliant, and ready for safe, efficient production.

• 5+ years of experience in sign fabrication, metal fabrication, or a related trade, including lead or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication methods and materials, including aluminum, steel, acrylic, and vinyl.
• Proficiency with welders, press brakes, shears, CNC routers, and hand/power tools.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical drawings, and permit sets.
• Proven ability to train, motivate, and hold a team accountable.
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and shop safety best practices.
• Basic computer skills for scheduling, email, and production tracking.
• High school diploma or equivalent; trade school or technical certification is a plus.
• Forklift and/or aerial lift certification preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record preferred.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid training and professional development
• Paid time off and paid holidays