Boyd Thermal by Eaton Production Supervisor

Job Description Primary Function: Responsible for motivating, leading, and coordinating production employees to safely produce quality products. This role is fully accountable for safety, quality, delivery, and execution within the assigned production area, including ownership of the daily production schedule, workforce performance, training compliance, and equipment readiness. Supervisors are expected to lead from the floor, enforce standards consistently, and ensure work is executed safely, correctly, and on time. Boyd Thermal's Niagara Falls, NY location specializes in handcrafting precise thermal solutions for aerospace and defense customers. This position is responsible for 1st shift operations (7am-3pm). Pay: $80,000-$95,000 Base salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Essential Functions: Provide direct supervision to manufacturing employees, including work assignment, floor oversight, and coverage Own daily production execution, schedule attainment, and on time delivery commitments Monitor production progress in real time, maintain accurate work order status, and take immediate corrective action to resolve delays Manage employee timekeeping (vacation requests, timecard approvals) Ensure appropriate staffing, coverage, and workforce management to meet operational requirements Enforce all safety policies and procedures without exception and address unsafe behavior immediately Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as customer and company standards and policies Own employee training, cross training, and qualification requirements to support flexibility and performance Maintain training records, certifications, and attendance documentation Conduct performance appraisals and provide ongoing, direct feedback to employees Identify and resolve employee relations and performance issues and areas of opportunity Administer progressive discipline related to attendance, performance, and policy compliance, up to and including termination Reinforce standard work and strict process discipline across all operations, including machining, welding, brazing, furnace operations, assembly, chem line, and other functions within the facility Partner with Quality and Engineering to support containment, identify root cause/corrective action, and proactively drive process improvements Ensure equipment readiness and confirm preventative maintenance activities are completed as scheduled Escalate and follow through on equipment and operational issues until resolution Coordinate cross functionally with Scheduling, Purchasing, Logistics, Engineering, and Human Resources Lead daily communication of priorities, expectations, and results Accountable for departmental performance and achievement of production, safety, and quality objectives Provide feedback to management and recommend process improvements to drive continuous improvement Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Basic qualifications: High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent work experience required Minimum of 3+ years of manufacturing supervisory or similar leadership experience Proven ability to lead teams, enforce standards, and drive operational performance Must be willing to work hours required to support operations, including coverage of primary shift and weekends when needed All positions require use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms regulations. All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee. Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.”  Candidate will not need sponsorship now or in the future. No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles/80 kilometers) of the {Location} facility will be considered. Preferred Qualifications: Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred Ability to read and interpret company rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, blueprints, and technical documentation; proficient in the use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers Strong knowledge of machining, welding, and assembly processes Excellent leadership, team‑building, coaching, and communication skills (interpersonal, written, and oral) Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, draw valid conclusions, and execute with attention to detail and urgency in a fast‑paced environment Proficient computer skills, including employee management systems (Workday), Microsoft Office, and Excel Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and accurate recordkeeping COMPANY OVERVIEW: Boyd Thermal is now part of Eaton—bringing together two strong teams to serve high-growth markets like AI, aerospace, and data centers. The combination of Boyd Thermal’s advanced thermal capabilities and Eaton’s power-management expertise creates a best-in-class, end-to-end portfolio that improves reliability and speed for customers. Eaton is investing in both the technology and the people to scale globally, marking the start of a new growth chapter. As integration progresses, some employment programs or benefits may change for select employees. Interview Requirements and Candidate Privacy Notice All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates’ privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws. All Job Posting Locations Niagara Falls Remote Type On-Site EEO Statement We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Accommodations To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number. Boyd Thermal is now part of Eaton—bringing together two strong teams to serve high-growth markets like AI, aerospace, and data centers. The combination of Boyd Thermal’s advanced thermal capabilities and Eaton’s power-management expertise creates a best-in-class, end-to-end portfolio that improves reliability and speed for customers. Eaton is investing in both the technology and the people to scale globally, marking the start of a new growth chapter. As integration progresses, some employment programs or benefits may change for select employees. Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy and helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges.