Task Supervisor, Staff

Task Supervisor Location: New Britain, CT Hours: First shift (approximately 6am-4:00pm), Saturdays (once a month) Salary: $75,000–$85,000 (general guideline; final offer will reflect qualifications and market) Responsibilities Assign and supervise the work of production employees to meet all quality requirements and production schedules. Enforce company policies, safety rules, and good housekeeping, taking appropriate corrective actions when necessary. Evaluate performance of all employees and take corrective action when appropriate. Interview applicants and make recommendations on the hiring of new employees. Arrange for maintenance repairs of equipment and tools. Manage production workers, assign tasks, and organize workflows, including coaching, training, mentoring, and disciplining employees. Motivate the team and ensure everyone understands their roles. Collaborate with operations manager to set daily, weekly, and monthly production goals. Perform inspections, implement quality control measures, and take corrective actions when issues arise. Enforce safety protocols, conduct safety training, identify and correct hazards, and ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, GMP (in food/pharma), PPE requirements, and other legal standards. Investigate accidents when they occur. Analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks or inefficiencies, suggest improvements, implement cost reductions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives (like Lean manufacturing). Oversee the safe and proper use of machinery. Schedule preventive maintenance, call for repairs when needed, and evaluate new equipment or techniques to reduce downtime. Record production data, prepare shift summaries and reports on output, efficiency, quality, and issues. Present updates to senior management and maintain accurate documentation. Ensure raw materials, supplies, and inventory are available and properly managed. Coordinate with other departments (maintenance, quality, supply chain, etc.) for smooth operations. Quickly address production issues such as equipment failures, material shortages, staffing problems, or process delays. Qualifications 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong Excel skills. Strong communication skills. Experience scheduling labor and work. Blueprint reading proficiency. Bachelor’s, Associate’s, or equivalent experience. Preferred: Continuous improvement / Lean manufacturing experience. Preferred: Experience with special processes (coating, paint). Preferred: AS9100, NADCAP knowledge. Benefits Paid Time Off 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing Health and Wellness Benefits Learning and Development Opportunities Referral Program Competitive Pay Recognition Employee Stock Purchase Plan Inclusive & Supportive Culture This position may require exposure to export‑controlled information and is subject to additional security screening. If a security screening reveals ineligibility to access export‑controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn. Curtiss‑Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. For US Applicants: EEO is The Law. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. #J-18808-Ljbffr MIC Metal Improvement Co LLC