Production Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily manufacturing operations across their assigned production areas (Casting, Finishing, Melting). This position ensures safety, quality, and production goals are achieved in a heavy industrial environment while leading teams in physically demanding conditions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Supervise and coordinate daily production operations across multiple manufacturing areas (casting, melting, finishing), leading teams of approximately 15–35 hourly employees
• Direct workforce activities, assign job duties, and monitor performance to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety expectations are consistently met
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture by interpreting and applying company policies, OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and safety programs
• Monitor machinery, equipment, and production processes to ensure efficient operation; identify malfunctions and coordinate or direct necessary repairs or adjustments
• Examine materials and products at all stages of production to ensure compliance with quality specifications and identify nonconforming materials or defects
• Interpret production schedules, job orders, specifications, and customer requirements to effectively plan and execute daily operations
• Adjust staffing levels, workflows, and work procedures to meet production demands, improve efficiency, and maintain product quality
• Maintain accurate and timely production records, including timekeeping, output, scrap, and performance metrics
• Ensure availability and proper use of materials, tools, and equipment; requisition and inspect materials as needed
• Analyze production data and operational challenges to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational, equipment, and personnel issues; support employees in problem-solving efforts
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and other departments to ensure coordinated and efficient plant operations
• Ensure completion of all required employee training, including safety training, JSAs, and job-specific instruction
• Conduct regular safety audits and observations to identify hazards and enforce compliance with all safety standards
• Administer discipline and address employee performance or attendance issues in accordance with company policy
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and recommend enhancements to processes, equipment, and working conditions
• Foster employee engagement by motivating teams, promoting accountability, and supporting a collaborative work environment
• Perform or assist with hands-on production tasks as needed to support operations and meet production goals
• Communicate expectations, updates, and policies clearly to employees and ensure understanding of work instructions and procedures
• Coordinate with other supervisors and departments to align production activities across the facility
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall plant operations

Competencies:

• Adaptability- Able to adjust to the needs of the organization by learning new jobs, changing shifts with short notice and a willingness to learn new things. 
• Interpersonal- Able to communicate and relate to others in a supportive, cooperative and results orientated manner.
• Quality- Able to be attentive to all aspects of the environment and to monitor continued excellence in production and the environment.
• Safety- Able to adhere to all guidelines and policies to ensure the health and safety of other workers.
• Teamwork- Able to work with people in any job to build morale and commitment to goals and objectives

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Previous experience in a heavy industrial or foundry environment strongly preferred.
• Ability to work in harsh conditions, including high heat, outdoor exposure, and physically demanding environments.
• Experience supervising employees performing labor‑intensive work.
• Strong knowledge of industrial safety practices (lockout/tagout, safety audits, JSA).
• Strong computer skills with the ability to maintain production and quality records.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in high‑heat industrial environments with exposure to weather conditions.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, squatting, and use of hands to operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. manually and heavier loads with equipment assistance.
• Must meet all physical and medical requirements for the role.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, fumes, noise, and extreme heat. The environment may also include wet or humid conditions, vibrations, and occasional exposure to chemicals.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.