Production Supervisor

ConeCraft LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ConeCraft LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily production operations in Fort Worth, TX. You will lead production teams, monitor output and safety, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring adherence to customer specs and quality standards.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, lean principles, and collaboration with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to meet schedules and improve productivity.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in metal fabrication, welding, assembly, stainless steel manufacturing, or industrial production preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems, production planning, and manufacturing metrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet production schedules and delivery commitments.
• Lead, coach, and develop production leads and team members to achieve performance objectives.
• Monitor production output, labor utilization, and workflow efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, OSHA regulations, and company procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, observation, and corrective action when necessary.
• Review production schedules and allocate personnel and resources to meet operational demands.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Shipping departments to support production goals.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with quality standards, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) including productivity, scrap, rework, efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Conduct employee training, performance coaching, and disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and employee development activities.
• Lead daily production meetings and communicate operational priorities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Ensure accurate completion of production records, reports, and documentation.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards throughout the production areas.
• Assist with inventory control and material management activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

ERP systems

Production planning

Team coaching

Multitasking

Decision making

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree in Manufacturing/Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Production scheduling software

Excel

Job description

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of assigned production departments to ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in accordance with customer specifications and quality standards. This position leads production employees, coordinates workflow, monitors productivity, and promotes a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet production schedules and delivery commitments.
• Lead, coach, and develop production leads and team members to achieve performance objectives.
• Monitor production output, labor utilization, and workflow efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, OSHA regulations, and company procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture through training, observation, and corrective action when necessary.
• Review production schedules and allocate personnel and resources to meet operational demands.
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Shipping departments to support production goals.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with quality standards, work instructions, and customer requirements.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) including productivity, scrap, rework, efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Conduct employee training, performance coaching, and disciplinary actions in accordance with company policies.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and employee development activities.
• Lead daily production meetings and communicate operational priorities.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Ensure accurate completion of production records, reports, and documentation.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards throughout the production areas.
• Assist with inventory control and material management activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree in Manufacturing, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in metal fabrication, welding, assembly, stainless steel manufacturing, or industrial production preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems, production planning, and manufacturing metrics preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Understanding of quality management systems and manufacturing best practices.
• Ability to read blueprints, specifications, work orders, and production schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to make sound decisions and exercise good judgment with minimal supervision.