Production Supervisor

General Shale; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

General Shale Brick, Inc. in Denver, CO, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a highly automated manufacturing facility. You will guide manufacturing teams, uphold safety and quality standards, and partner with maintenance to ensure reliable equipment performance.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for growth within a stable, industry-leading

Qualifications

• Supervisory or manufacturing experience required.
• Higher education or equivalent supervisory background preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and motivate production teams to meet safety and quality goals.
• Coordinate with maintenance to schedule equipment repairs and maximize uptime.
• Analyze processes and drive continuous improvement through problem-solving.
• Plan production schedules to optimize equipment performance and workforce efficiency.
• Maintain production inventory accuracy, including counts and adjustments.
• Foster a strong safety culture in all operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

PLCs/Automation

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

General Shale Brick, Inc., the leading manufacturer of brick and masonry materials, is seeking a Production Supervisor to join our Denver, CO manufacturing facility. This is an exciting leadership opportunity within a highly automated, team-oriented production environment, where you’ll play a key role in driving safety, quality, and operational excellence.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, coach, and motivate production teams to achieve safety, quality, and production goals.
• Foster a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety policies and company standards.
• Coordinate with maintenance to schedule and oversee equipment repairs, ensuring optimal uptime and reliability.
• Analyze processes and use problem-solving and critical thinking skills to drive continuous improvement.
• Plan and organize production schedules to maximize equipment performance and workforce efficiency.
• Oversee production inventory accuracy, including physical counts and inventory adjustments.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage and develop employees.
• Solid computer skills and mechanical aptitude in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, or automated systems is a plus.
• A growth mindset and desire to build a long-term career with General Shale.
• Higher education and/or relevant supervisory or manufacturing experience.

Why General Shale:

This is a leadership role offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Health and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Opportunities for advancement within a stable, industry-leading organization

Learn more about General Shale and our portfolio of masonry and building solutions at www.generalshale.com.