Supervisor, Production - 3rd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Build Your Career Leading Fabrication Operations

General ThermoDynamics is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead 3rd shift operations at our Franklin facility , supporting production at our Franklin plant. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about safety, quality, and team development.

At Franklin, you’ll lead a high-performing team across furnace operations, stacking and welding (aluminum), and leak testing —driving the production of high-quality heat exchanger units.

What You’ll Do

Lead Daily Production

• Supervise 3rd shift fabrication operations to meet production schedules and customer demand
• Coordinate workflows across furnace operations, stacking, welding and leak testing
• Ensure efficient staffing, material flow, and equipment utilization

Develop & Lead Your Team

• Coach, mentor, and manage a team of welders and machine operators
• Provide performance feedback, support development, and address performance concerns
• Build a strong, accountable, and engaged team culture

Champion Safety

• Enforce safety policies and lead by example in a manufacturing environment
• Conduct safety observations, training, and incident follow-ups
• Promote a proactive safety-first culture

Drive Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all fabricated components meet quality standards and specifications
• Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues and improve processes
• Support Lean initiatives, 5S, and efficiency improvements

Manage Operations

• Oversee scheduling, attendance, and timekeeping
• Track and improve KPIs such as productivity, scrap, and on-time delivery

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing
• Hands-on experience in fabrication
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work 3rd shift with flexibility for overtime as needed

Preferred:

• Associate degree or technical certification
• Experience in job shop or made-to-order manufacturing
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles

Why Join Us?

• Stable, growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to lead a critical support operation for a larger production facility
• Hands-on leadership role with visible impact
• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Career growth and development opportunities

Work Environment

This role operates in an industrial fabrication setting with exposure to heavy machinery, welding operations, and material handling. PPE is required.

As a global leader in the design and manufacture of a wide range of specialty heat exchangers and heat transfer solutions , API Heat Transfer has a legacy of industry-leading performance that can be traced back more than 130 years. Throughout our history, we have built a corporate culture based on reliability and superior performance – from our innovative technologies to the people behind them.