Manufacturing Supervisor

Harvard Integrations; Tea (SD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Integrations is seeking a Supervisor to oversee production and installation activities for customized engineered-to-order products. The role requires directing schedules, managing the metal processing fabrication department, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

Responsibilities include coordinating work orders, guiding employees, analyzing processes, and maintaining equipment and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supervising or leading a team in a manufacturing operation.
• Excellent communication, listening skills, and ability to work with others at all levels.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and requirements, with ability to perform each function under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Study production schedules, establish work schedules and communicate assignments to employees.
• Oversee and manage day-to-day operations of the fabrication department for metal processing and assembly.
• Implement maintenance schedules and protocols to extend equipment lifespan and maintain standards.
• Ensure OSHA and company safety procedures are communicated and followed.
• Analyze work orders and blueprints to determine processes, materials, machines, and sequences.
• Inspect finished products using measurement tools and visual checks.
• Recommend changes to improve efficiency, equipment performance, and product quality.
• Train employees on new responsibilities and assist in production tasks when needed.
• Interface with shop supervisors, engineers, and management.

Skills

Supervising

Team leadership

Quality control

Safety awareness

Basic math

Communication

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Description

Harvard Integrations is seeking a supervisor, that is responsible for supervising activities of employees engaged in production and installation of customized, engineered to order products.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Study production schedules, establish work schedules and communicate schedules and assignments to employees.
• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of the metal processing fabrication department, ensuring optimal performance, maintenance, and efficiency of machinery.
• Implement and manage maintenance schedules and operational protocols to enhance equipment lifespan and uphold production standards.
• Ensure OSHA and company safety procedures are communicated and followed.
• Analyze work orders, work piece and blueprints to determine process, materials, machines, tooling, and sequence of operation.
• Inspect finished product visually and using precision measuring devices such as rules, gauges, square, and micrometers.
• Recommend changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency and improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Analyze and resolve work problems and assist workers in solving work problems.
• Interpret company policies to assigned staff, and ensure adherence to all company, federal and state regulations.
• Suggest and implement activities to motivate and encourage the highest level of employee performance and morale.
• Manage employee performance, resolve concerns, and make hiring, corrective action, and employment decisions.
• Train employees on new responsibilities and assists in production related duties when needed.
• Interface with other shop supervisors, staff, production management, production supporting design engineers and management, as well as occasional contact with customer representatives.
• Follow all established quality guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Follow established safety guidelines.
• Perform additional duties as requested.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience supervising or leading a team in a manufacturing operation.
• Good judgment and ability to work with others at all levels.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Basic math skills and ability to perform calculations.
• Ability to investigate and resolve production or equipment problems.
• Excellent communication, particularly listening skills.
• Complete knowledge of manufacturing process and requirements, with clear understanding and ability to perform each function under supervision.
• Experience with sheet metal fabrication, welding, or industrial electrical wiring processes, depending upon area of responsibility.
• Flexibility with work hours, including Saturdays and Sundays as needed.

May experience extended periods of:

Standing 80%

Walking 50%

Ability to lift 10lbs occasionally

Work in extreme heat and cold temperatures