Seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to provide strategic and hands-on leadership at our metal service center. The Production Supervisor will be responsible for directing all day-to-day plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, cost effectiveness, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of metal manufacturing operations and be capable of managing a fast-paced, high-volume environment focused on cutting, processing, and distribution of metal products. This role will also collaborate closely with downstream sister companies to support production flow, shared resources, and broader organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all daily plant operations, including manufacturing, packaging, and shipping activities
• Provide leadership, supervision, coaching, and performance management for plant personnel
• Develop and maintain production schedules; assign workloads to meet customer delivery deadlines
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and all company safety policies; promote a safety-first culture
• Monitor machine and equipment performance; coordinate maintenance, repairs, and downtime planning
• Implement and maintain quality standards to ensure products meet customer specifications
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce scrap, and optimize material usage
• Oversee inventory management, material handling, and accuracy of stock levels
• Collaborate with sales, logistics, and operations to support order fulfillment and customer expectations
• Maintain housekeeping standards and enforce 5S or similar workplace organization programs
• Prepare and review production reports, KPIs, and operational metrics
• Participate in hiring, training, and development of plant employees
• Support budget planning, labor forecasting, and cost-control initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of production or operations management experience in a manufacturing or closely related metal/industrial environment
• Strong understanding of metal processing equipment and operations, including punch press, roll-forming, welding, forklifts, and overhead cranes
• Demonstrated history of effective leadership, coaching, and team building
• Experience overseeing shipping/receiving and warehouse operations preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills with an ability to make timely operational decisions
• Strong inventory management including cost accounting background
• Proven ability to work in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing, 5S, or other process improvement methodologies
• Working knowledge of ERP systems or warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment
• Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and around moving machinery

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus program
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and company holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Career growth opportunities within a growing organization