Production Supervisor- 2nd Shift

Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

WHAT TO EXPECT

As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Elizabethtown, KY plant, you will be a Production Supervisor.

Our Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and developing a team of production employees to safely achieve daily operational goals for safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost. This role provides hands-on leadership by coaching employees, driving accountability, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. The Production Supervisor oversees day-to-day manufacturing activities, monitors key performance metrics, ensures compliance with company policies and collective bargaining agreements, and partners with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes while maintaining a safe, efficient, and high-performing work environment.

Key responsibilities (to name a few):

Promote a strong safety culture by reinforcing safe work practices, communicating expectations, enforcing safety policies, and conducting investigations as needed.

Lead, coach, and develop production and assembly teams to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and operational goals.

Monitor employee performance, attendance, productivity, quality, and housekeeping while fostering accountability and recognizing strong performance.

Address performance concerns through coaching, corrective action, and consistent administration of company policies and procedures.

Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements, reducing waste, and improving operational efficiency.

Empower team members to identify and implement improvements that optimize daily operations and workflow.

Monitor, analyze, and report shift performance metrics to support operational objectives and customer requirements.

Maintain effective communication with employees and leadership to align business objectives, improve collaboration, and exceed customer expectations.

Foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment while ensuring compliance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

ABOUT YOU

Minimum 2 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing or operations environment.

Proven leadership skills with the ability to coach employees, drive accountability, resolve conflicts, and manage performance effectively.

Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and decision-making abilities.

Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Experience working in a union manufacturing environment with knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and labor practices a plus

Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and implement effective solutions.

Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and other business systems.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

BENEFITS

Full-Time

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options:

Benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire

Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation, additionally 8 sick days

11 paid holidays

401(k): company matching up to 6%

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of r ace, s ex, color, r eligion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of r ace, s ex, color, r eligion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1408357600