Production Manager - Precast - Waco, TX

Geoquest USA, Inc.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Job summary

Geoquest USA, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to manage the facility's production processes, supervise staff, ensure safety and budgets, and maintain quality standards.

The role requires coordinating production schedules, supply of materials, training, and communication with upper management, while meeting deadlines and budgets. The company offers a strong benefits package and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience training employees on safety and production.
• Strong knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Able to coach and motivate staff.
• Flexible hours and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Proficient with production processes and machinery.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety/health standards to maintain accident-free environment.
• Keep production within budgets and deadlines.
• Maintain proper materials supply.
• Supervise production staff with guidance, training, and motivation to achieve high performance.
• Monitor schedules/workflow to meet production goals.
• Communicate issues to upper management regarding production problems.
• Evaluate machine resources to minimize downtime.
• Maintain detailed production records and reports for management.
• Balance productivity with cost efficiency in manufacturing operations.
• Set productivity goals for each manufacturing team.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and workflows to enhance productivity and safety.

Skills

5+ years supervisor

Communication skills

EPA regulations

OSHA regulations

Coaching

Flexibility

Production machinery

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Geoquest USA, Inc. (formerly The Reinforced Earth Company) is recognized as the inventor and market leader of the MSE (Mechanically Stabilized Earth) retaining wall industry. The company provides the design and supply of materials of proprietary retaining wall systems and earth related technologies to contractors and owners for use in civil engineering. Our company works as a sub-contractor/material supplier on DOT and privately owned projects. We perform all duties associated with our jobs from sales, marketing, civil engineering/design, supply, and construction support.

The Production Supervisor reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for the product production processes of the facility. The Production Supervisor manages production staff, ensures compliance with safety regulations, and optimizes productivity while maintaining quality standards and meeting deadlines and budgets. Production Supervisors perform tasks such as taking inventory, making supply orders, handling disputes among team members and regularly assessing safety standards in all areas.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring all safety and health standards are met to keep an accident-free environment
• Ensuring production processes stay within budgets and deadlines
• Ensuring proper supply of materials
• Supervising and managing production staff, providing guidance, training, and motivation to ensure a high-performing team
• Monitor production schedules and workflow to meet production goals
• Communicating regularly with upper management regarding problems or issues impacting production
• Evaluating machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime
• Maintain detailed production records and reports for management
• Establishing a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations
• Setting productivity goals for each manufacturing team
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and workflow policies to enhance productivity and efficiency without compromising safety or quality

Skills / Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a manufacturing facility
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven record in training employees about safety and production
• Strong working knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations
• Ability to coach and motivate employees
• Ability to work flexible hours and adapt to changing priorities
• Proficiency in using production processes and machinery preferred
• Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of time

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Responsibilities will be carried out in both a traditional office environment under traditional office conditions and indoor and outdoor manufacturing facilities.
• Must be able to coordinate or lead employees among different levels of the organization.
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, walking, and driving.
• May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels in facilities being managed or coordinated.
• Able to wear personal protective clothing for prolonged periods; safety helmet with chinstrap, safety shoes, eye protection, hand protection and hearing protection (as required).

Geoquest USA, Inc. offers commensurate salaries and a strong Benefit Package including:

• 11 days paid Vacation to start, increasing to 16 days at 5 years, and 21 days at 10 years.
• 11 paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Medical, Dental (with Orthodontia for children up to age 26), and Vision Insurance

Geoquest USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Travel Required

No . 100% on-site position

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Leader

Inspires teammates to follow them

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

5 years: Supervisory role in a manufacturing facility

Equal Opportunity Employer
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