PCC - Forge Manufacturing Supervisor

iWorkforce Solutions LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

iWorkforce Solutions LP seeks a Forge Shop Supervisor to direct the Turbine Forge Department on shift, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency targets are met. You will lead hourly teams, plan material flow, and coordinate with Engineering and Metallurgy to maintain part quality.

The role requires 3–5 years in heavy industry, supervisory experience preferred in a union environment, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Evening/overnight shifts available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree preferred with emphasis on manufacturing or engineering.
• Experience leading an hourly workforce in heavy industry or manufacturing.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
• Proficiency with standard office software (Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook) and data systems (Oracle).

Responsibilities

• Direct shift operations in the Turbine Forge Department to meet safety, quality, throughput, and cost goals.
• Train and supervise hourly staff to improve first-time yield and part quality.
• Coordinate on-shift activities including material verification and furnace loading.
• Communicate with Engineering and Metallurgy to maintain part quality and resolve issues.
• Monitor and reduce daily costs; drive continuous improvement and reduce waste.
• Verify process adherence and forge conformance through paperwork reviews.
• Enforce PPE requirements and maintain a safe work environment.
• Manage daily operations and prioritize tasks with input from multiple departments.
• Oversee equipment availability in coordination with Maintenance.
• Support cross-team collaboration to ensure smooth material flow to downstream operations.
• Be flexible with shifts and travel for training or coordination with contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Industrial systems

Blueprints

Office software

Communication

Production operations

Interpersonal skills

Education

College degree

Tools

Windows OS

Oracle

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Forge Shop Supervisor is responsible for directing all operations on shift within the Turbine Forge Department to meet daily targets for safety, quality, throughput, and cost. This role ensures adherence to engineering procedures, compliance with operating schedules, and maintains a safe and organized workplace conducive to efficient material flow for downstream operations.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain Area Safety Requirements: Ensure compliance with safety, housekeeping, and 6S targets to foster a safe work environment.
• Lead the Hourly Workforce: Train and supervise employees to ensure procedural compliance, driving improvements in first-time yield and overall part quality.
• Coordinate On-Shift Activities: Monitor material verification, furnace loading, and downstream product movement to maintain material throughput and support downstream operations.
• Effective Communication: Liaise with other department leaders, including Engineering and Metallurgy, to ensure proper communication and maintain part quality.
• Monitor Daily Costs: Minimize daily costs, drive continuous improvement in forging processes, and reduce waste to meet variable cost targets.
• Review Process Paperwork: Verify adherence to job processes to maintain forge conformance.
• Ensuring compliance with PPE requirements and fostering a safe work environment.
• Managing daily operations and prioritizing tasks based on input from various departments.
• Driving procedural compliance and monitoring part quality for continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with the maintenance department to ensure equipment availability.
• Monitoring spending and minimizing waste to meet cost targets.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Strong leadership skills.
• Knowledge of industrial systems, plant equipment, and processes.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Proficiency in computer applications (Windows, Oracle, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong technical skills in production operations and customer requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

EDUCATION:

• College degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of experience in heavy industry manufacturing or similar.
• Supervisory experience within a union environment is advantageous.
• Excellent human relations skills with organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to drive change and continuous improvement processes.

WORK CONDITIONS:

• This position operates in a manufacturing environment, which may include exposure to loud noises, heavy machinery, and other industrial conditions.
• Work involves both office and shop floor environments, requiring interaction with various levels of personnel and departments.
• Occasional travel may be required for training or coordination with external contractors and vendors.
• The role demands flexibility to work across multiple shifts and manage a dynamic work schedule.

Shifts - 1st 6am-2pm, 2nd shift 2pm-10pm, 3rd 10pm-6am

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Please note that there is a background check and a drug screening for the position.