Ceramics Casting Supervisor: Morning Shift, Growth & Quality

LECO; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

LECO, located in St. Joseph, Michigan, seeks a supervisor for Technical Ceramics Manufacturing. The role manages daily production activities, ensuring timely scheduling of parts, proper oven operation, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

The candidate will lead a team, hire and train staff, and drive process improvements. A high school diploma is required, with a broad knowledge of tooling, fixturing, machine repair, kilns, and setup. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and interpret manufacturing drawings.
• Operate and set up equipment used in ceramics manufacturing.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Schedule production flow and material/time planning.
• Oversee oven operation and process quality control.
• Enforce safety, policies, and disciplinary procedures as needed.
• Hire and train new staff, provide coaching and performance feedback.
• Assist in design and tooling discussions for molds/fixtures.
• Ensure proper paperwork for new part numbers and system records.
• Audit processes and participate in departmental improvements.

Skills

Read blueprints

Precision measuring tools

Leadership skills

Manufacturing setup

Machine operations

Tooling & fixturing

Kilns knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

LECO, located in St. Joseph, Michigan, seeks a supervisor for Technical Ceramics Manufacturing. The role manages daily production activities, ensuring timely scheduling of parts, proper oven operation, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

The candidate will lead a team, hire and train staff, and drive process improvements. A high school diploma is required, with a broad knowledge of tooling, fixturing, machine repair, kilns, and setup. This is a full-time on-site position.