Lead Forming Supervisor, 2nd Shift - Metal Manufacturing

Cary-Grove Chamber of Commerce; Cary, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Vision/Eyewear plan

IL Paid Leave Hours

401k

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Join a growing manufacturer in Cary, IL that specializes in complex metal components and precision manufacturing. This direct hire opportunity offers the chance to lead an established production team in a fast-paced environment where quality, safety, and continuous improvement are top priorities.

The Forming Supervisor will play a key role in driving production performance, supporting employees, ensuring efficient material flow, and maintaining operational excellence on 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in metal manufacturing, forming, stamping, fabrication or similar.
• Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.
• Experience with ERP systems, inventory control, production reporting, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations and provide direction, coaching, and support to manufacturing employees.
• Coordinate material flow, inventory transactions, and production activities to meet schedules and customer requirements.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Shipping & Receiving, and Production teams to resolve issues and improve workflow.
• Monitor ERP/MES transactions, inventory accuracy, production reporting, and manufacturing documentation.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Employee development

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory control

Production reporting

Job description

Join a growing manufacturer in Cary, IL that specializes in complex metal components and precision manufacturing. This direct hire opportunity offers the chance to lead an established production team in a fast-paced environment where quality, safety, and continuous improvement are top priorities.

The Forming Supervisor will play a key role in driving production performance, supporting employees, ensuring efficient material flow, and maintaining operational excellence on 2nd shift.