Production Supervisor - Machine Room & Inventory - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Quanex is looking for a Production Supervisor – 1st Shift to join our team located onsite in St. Cloud, MN.

If you're the kind of leader who loves solving problems, building great teams, and making things run better every day, keep reading. You'll lead a talented production team, ensure quality products are delivered on time, and champion a culture of continuous improvement. From coaching employees and developing future leaders to driving Lean manufacturing and safety initiatives, you'll make a visible impact from day one.

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm, hours may vary depending on business needs.

We Offer You!

• Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
• Medical coverage featuring wellness incentives that may significantly reduce employee premiums
• PTO, ESST, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
• 401(k) with company match & vesting
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life insurance provided
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness resources & onsite physical therapist
• Safety-toe shoes at no cost
• Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts

What’s attractive about the Production Supervisor position?

• You will have an impact on the success of the company.
• Visibility and access to senior leaders within the company.
• Growth Potential.
• Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment.
• World Class Safety records.
• Hands-on physical therapy, on-site for you and your spouse.

What Success Looks Like:

• Investigate all accidents, injuries, and implement measures to prevent recurrence.
• Interview candidates and assist with new hire training.
• Complete performance evaluations annually.
• Manage conflict, create consistency within your department, and provide direction to your work centers daily.
• Communicate and cooperate with other leadership regarding production, material flow, maintenance, etc.
• Knowledgeable in Lean Manufacturing, Inventory, Continuous Improvement, and ERP systems.
• Monitor priority dispatch and customer service requirements.
• Identify, analyze, and act to correct bottlenecks, product defect rates, safety hazards, and maintenance problems.
• Counsel, motivate, and instruct departmental personnel in machine operations and concerns through daily interaction.
• Proactively present ideas and information concisely and clearly in both oral and written form.
• Work effectively with peers and all levels of management to achieve divisional objectives and promote teamwork.
• Establish base data for department budgets, forecast, manage assets, and control expenses per budgetary guidelines.
• Maintain documentation to support all department activities.
• Operate various types of production equipment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, attention to detail, and results oriented.

Your Credentials:

• 5 -7 years of manufacturing experience and at least 3 years of supervisory experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

The salary range is $75K - $90K w/ bonus potential. Starting salary varies based on your experience.

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.