In this key leadership role, you will oversee daily manufacturing operations, guide skilled production personnel, and ensure our custom-built machinery is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Do

As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will play a critical role in coordinating production activities, supporting continuous improvement, and developing a culture centered on safety, accountability, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise manufacturing personnel to achieve production, quality, safety, and scheduling objectives.
• Coordinate and oversee the construction and assembly of machinery throughout the production process.
• Assign work and manage priorities for Leadmen and production teams.
• Build, develop, and motivate high-performing teams while fostering a positive work environment.
• Monitor project budgets, labor hours, and completion schedules to ensure projects remain on track and within budget.
• Coordinate machine painting schedules, engineering runoffs, and customer runoffs.
• Partner with Engineering, Purchasing, and other departments to resolve production challenges and expedite missing or defective parts.
• Promote and enforce quality standards, safety practices, and company policies.
• Support employee development through coaching, training, performance evaluations, and mentoring.
• Participate in recruiting and interviewing prospective employees.
• Collaborate with the Traffic Manager to coordinate machine shipments.
• Maintain accurate production records, labor reporting, and workforce documentation.
• Identify process improvements that enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support manufacturing operations.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing or shop production environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience directing teams and managing production activities.
• Leadership Skills for Lead Workers certification or equivalent leadership training preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and workforce management.

Technical Skills:

• Working knowledge of welding, fabrication, machine assembly, and blueprint reading.
• Strong understanding of machine functions, components, and production workflows.
• Ability to identify production issues and implement practical solutions.
• Proficiency with computers and standard business software applications.
• Experience tracking labor hours, budgets, and project milestones.

Leadership Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate teams and build a culture of accountability.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This position is based in a manufacturing facility and requires regular interaction with production teams on the shop floor. Candidates should be comfortable working in a traditional manufacturing environment that may include:

• Exposure to varying temperatures depending on the season.
• Moderate to high noise levels.
• Exposure to manufacturing-related fumes, odors, and shop conditions.
• Standing and walking for extended periods on concrete floors.
• Occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, crawling, and lifting as needed.

Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn while in manufacturing areas.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to building exceptional equipment through exceptional people. As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you'll have the opportunity to make a direct impact on our operations, mentor talented employees, and help drive the success of a growing organization that values quality, safety, innovation, and teamwork.

If you're ready to take ownership of production performance and lead a team dedicated to excellence, we'd love to hear from you.