2nd Shift Supervisor — Steel Operations, Safe & Efficient

Russel Metals (USA); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Russel Metals is seeking a 2nd Shift Supervisor to oversee all second-shift operations at the steel distribution and service center. You will lead production, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and material handling teams to meet safety, quality, and schedule targets.

You will enforce OSHA-compliant policies, coordinate workflow, coach hourly staff, and drive continuous improvement in productivity and on-time shipments. This role emphasizes safety, leadership, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• 3-5 years of experience in a steel service center, manufacturing, warehouse, or distribution environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production, warehousing, shipping, receiving, and processing activities during the second shift.
• Coordinate workflow to ensure customer orders are processed accurately and shipped on time.
• Monitor productivity, equipment utilization, and labor efficiency.
• Prioritize workloads and adjust staffing as necessary to meet business demands.
• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and support to hourly employees.
• Conduct employee training, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Lead daily shift meetings and communicate production goals and expectations.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Russel Metals is seeking a 2nd Shift Supervisor to oversee all second-shift operations at the steel distribution and service center. You will lead production, warehouse, shipping, receiving, and material handling teams to meet safety, quality, and schedule targets.

You will enforce OSHA-compliant policies, coordinate workflow, coach hourly staff, and drive continuous improvement in productivity and on-time shipments. This role emphasizes safety, leadership, and effective communication.