Production Manager - Precast - Waco, TX

Geoquest USA; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 days paid Vacation to start, … 5+

11 paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Contribution

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending

Wellness Program

Free Parking

Job summary

Geoquest USA, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead the facility's production processes, manage staff, and ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery. You will optimize workflows, coordinate with the Plant Manager, and drive continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years in manufacturing supervision, strong communication, and a track record of training teams on safety and productivity in a regulated environment, with experience applying EPA and OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a supervisory role in a manufacturing facility.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Proven record in training employees about safety and production.
• Strong working knowledge of EPA and 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Supervisory experience

Project management

EPA/OSHA knowledge

Communication skills

Training employees on safety

Motivation coaching

Flexible hours

Machinery experience

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Details

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.

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
• Strong project management 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
• Flexible Spending
• Wellness Program with Incentives
• Free Parking

For more information about our Company, please visit us online at https://www.geoquest-group.us/

Geoquest USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.