Production Leader: Coach, Coordinate & Optimize

Westfield Steel Inc; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Steel Inc is seeking a hands-on Operations Supervisor to plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing activities on the 1st shift. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely production in accordance with company standards.

You will supervise production staff, monitor schedules, and drive continuous improvement through teamwork, training, and effective communication with supervisors and peers.

Experience in steel or metal processing is preferred.

Qualifications

• This position requires a high school diploma or GED and 5-7 years of prior experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or steel industry preferred.
• Knowledge of quality systems and production processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, supervise, and perform duties within operations.
• Review master schedule and work orders; establish priorities and revise schedules as needed.
• Direct and coordinate activities of employees in production or processing of goods.

Skills

Coaching

Team leadership

Education & Training

Coordinating work

Scheduling

Planning & prioritizing

Communication

Administration & management

Transportation

Production knowledge

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Mathematics

Tools

Technology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

5-7 years relevant experience

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Office

Time management software

Job description

Westfield Steel Inc is seeking a hands-on Operations Supervisor to plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing activities on the 1st shift. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely production in accordance with company standards.

You will supervise production staff, monitor schedules, and drive continuous improvement through teamwork, training, and effective communication with supervisors and peers.

Experience in steel or metal processing is preferred.