Production Supervisor

Nucor Rebar Fabrication; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in construction is seeking a Supervisor for their production department in Bourbonnais, IL. The successful candidate will direct production activities to ensure quality and compliance with safety standards. Responsibilities include troubleshooting production issues, managing workforce levels, and overseeing quality inspections. Candidates should have substantial experience in manufacturing, supervisory skills, and relevant certifications. The position requires strong leadership and communication abilities.

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in a rebar shop or manufacturing setting.
• Two years previous supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to operate all shop equipment.

Responsibilities

• Direct the production department's activities safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and minimize production delays.
• Perform quality inspections on completed work.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Scheduling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA 10 certificate

OSHA 30 certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Direct the activities of the production department in a safe and efficient manner for the desired quality and quantity of work while maintaining compliance with all local, state and federal regulations.

Basic Job Functions

• Must adhere to Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s safety programs and standards.
• Demonstrate conduct consistent with Nucor Rebar Fabrication’s vision and values.
• Direct Leads with respect to production volume, cost, quality, and meeting production schedules and delivery dates.
• Troubleshoot production problems encountered by Teammates so that delays are minimized and equipment functions as safely and efficiently as possible.
• Perform quality inspections of completed work so that the correct quantity of correctly fabricated and correctly tagged material will be shipped to the proper customer’s destination.
• Manage workforce levels of all shop-related personnel and oversee the scheduling of their work hours so that customer needs are met on time.
• Maintain rebar inventory at levels established by the Branch Manager and order reinforcing bars as needed so that customer needs can be met within established inventory goals.
• Recommend the hiring and releasing of production personnel as required to maintain the production schedule.
• Assure that machinery, equipment, and facilities are properly maintained for efficient production. Purchase needed replacement parts and recommend management any capital expenditures so that the shop can operate with the most up-to-date and efficient plant and equipment as possible.
• Schedule overtime as required.
• Provide management with appropriate operating data so that accurate costs can be maintained, and efficiency can be improved.
• Maintain good employee relations and adherence to company policies; take proper and judicious disciplinary measures when required. Interpret all Human Resources policy and practices to all shop-related personnel so that all employees know what is expected of them and, in turn, what they can expect from their employer.
• Assure efficient and economical utilization of materials, improvement of methods, and elimination of wasteful practices within the department.
• Establish accountabilities and goals used for performance evaluation.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Branch Manager.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• High school diploma, GED or state/local equivalent
• OSHA 10 certificate
• At least five years’ experience in a rebar shop or manufacturing setting or equivalent
• Two years previous supervisor experience in a manufacturing setting or equivalent
• Ability to operate all shop equipment

Preferences

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of business, labor relations, cost accounting, and industrial regulations
• OSHA 30 certificate

Physical Demands

• Some heavy lifting may be necessary
• Working conditions can be noisy, dusty, hot, cold

Special Demands

• Extended hours may be required during peak production
• Occasional travel may be necessary
• Must maintain confidentiality of personnel records and sensitive business information