Galvanizing Shift Lead: Ops, Safety & Team Mentor

Valmont Industries; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Work-life support

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary programs

Job summary

Valmont Industries in Petersburg, VA, is seeking a Shift Supervisor to oversee production, material flow, and quality control in the galvanizing department. You will manage daily shop operations, set priorities to meet shipping commitments, and enforce safety and housekeeping standards on the floor.

The role includes supervising repairs and maintenance, maintaining production records, and leading PPE compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2+ years of leadership experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in front of an audience.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support divisional objectives.
• Ability to recognize and solve practical problems or issues.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Implement work schedule to maximize utilization of manpower, machines, and materials and assign work to hourly employees.
• Process parts and/or components to meet production schedule and advise upper management and sales of difficulties in meeting plans or schedules.
• Monitor performance of assigned personnel, complete employee performance review, and take corrective action as necessary.
• Report discrepancies in blueprints, specifications, methods, engineering data, standards, etc. to upper management.
• Ensure product quality meets specified standards and inspections are conducted.
• Report and investigate all incidents in a timely manner.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of assigned personnel’s time and production through various production reports.
• Conduct shift start up meetings at the beginning of every shift and monthly safety meetings.
• Administer company policies in a firm, fair, and consistent manner.
• Maintain good housekeeping and safe working conditions in assigned areas.
• Train new employees into department activities and safety procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reading documents

Presentation skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Valmont Industries in Petersburg, VA, is seeking a Shift Supervisor to oversee production, material flow, and quality control in the galvanizing department. You will manage daily shop operations, set priorities to meet shipping commitments, and enforce safety and housekeeping standards on the floor.

The role includes supervising repairs and maintenance, maintaining production records, and leading PPE compliance.