First Shift Pouring Supervisor - Lead, Safety & Quality

Carpenter Co.; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Co. is seeking a 1st Shift Pouring Supervisor to oversee the prime pouring line and provide front-line leadership to the hourly workforce.

You will serve as the primary liaison between plant operations, quality control, and management to ensure smooth daily production. The role emphasizes maximizing uptime, optimizing material usage, and delivering high-quality products on a production floor with extreme temperature variations.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in business administration, manufacturing engineering technology, or similar preferred; or equivalent managerial work experience in manufacturing is required.
• 2-4 years of related manufacturing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be forklift certified.
• Performs basic calculations.
• Reads and interprets safety rules, operating manuals, and procedure guides.
• Possesses foundational, basic, computer skills.
• Takes accountability, follows instructions and commits to extra hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and motivate the hourly production team on the prime pouring line.
• Act as a daily liaison between the department manager, quality, scheduling, and plant management.
• Maintain high productivity, meet output standards, and work efficiently under tight timelines.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• Strictly enforce and observe all safety and security procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions and ensure proper equipment use.
• Build an ethical, respectful culture by keeping commitments and upholding company values.
• Skillfully analyze data to develop alternative solutions quickly.
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Forklift certified

Basic math

Safety awareness

Education

High School or better

Associates or better

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Carpenter Co. is seeking a 1st Shift Pouring Supervisor to oversee the prime pouring line and provide front-line leadership to the hourly workforce.

You will serve as the primary liaison between plant operations, quality control, and management to ensure smooth daily production. The role emphasizes maximizing uptime, optimizing material usage, and delivering high-quality products on a production floor with extreme temperature variations.