Production Supervisor

Job Title: Production Supervisor

The Opportunity
We are recruiting a Production Supervisor on behalf of a leading provider of specialized infrastructure and custom-engineered equipment for diverse industries.

This position oversees daily operations on the production floor, managing personnel and resources to ensure timely, safe, and high-quality manufacturing output. The successful candidate will be responsible for scheduling, coordinating with internal teams, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and actively developing talent on the floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of welders, fitters, fabricators, painters, and helpers across day and night shifts.

• Serve as the main point of contact for production personnel, addressing daily needs and resolving issues.

• Support recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and safety training (including translation) of new hires.

• Track and submit weekly timesheets for direct hires and contractors, and conduct mid-year and year-end performance evaluations.

• Develop and communicate daily job priorities to ensure schedule adherence.

• Order and manage weekly materials and supplies, coordinating with the night shift supervisor to ensure alignment.

• Schedule key production processes such as PWHT (Post Weld Heat Treatment) and delivery dates.

• Partner with Project Managers to provide accurate labor hour estimates and work with engineers to troubleshoot production challenges.

• Build and refine SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) setups to optimize welding time and productivity.

• Develop and implement training programs to certify new welders and oversee specialized processes.

• Ensure adherence to company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or lead role in a manufacturing or industrial setting.

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical training or certifications a plus.

• Hands-on knowledge of welding and fabrication processes (SAW, MIG, TIG, etc.).

• Experience managing schedules, materials, and personnel in a production environment.

• Proficiency in using basic power tools and interpreting fabrication drawings.

• Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Excel, timekeeping systems, etc.).

• Comfortable with basic math and tape measure reading.

• Able to work 12-hour shifts, lift 50 lbs, and climb ladders as needed.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish), previous experience with ASME-certified fabrication, and knowledge of Lean Manufacturing preferred.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Additional information about the organization will be shared with selected candidates during the recruitment process.