Production Supervisor

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with an established Houston-area industrial manufacturer to recruit Manufacturing Supervisors for CNC machining, metal fabrication, mechanical assembly, and industrial equipment production. These on-site roles require hands-on leadership of skilled teams in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

You will manage production schedules, coordinate resources, mentor machinists and assemblers, ensure safety and quality, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in industrial manufacturing or related fields.
• 5+ years in supervisory or leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of shop operations and processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and production specifications.
• Experience managing production schedules, labor resources, and quality standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Experience in an ISO-certified manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements are met.
• Lead, train, coach, and develop teams of skilled manufacturing employees.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and resources to meet production deadlines.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Operations to resolve production challenges.
• Monitor department performance related to productivity, cost, quality, and safety.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, reduce downtime, and increase operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and work orders to ensure production accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe, productive work environment.

Skills

CNC Machining

Metal Fabrication

Mechanical Assembly

Leadership

Reading Technical Drawings

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Supervisors – Industrial Fabrication & Mechanical Assembly

Location: Houston, TX

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Shifts: Day and Night Shift Opportunities

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with an established, growing industrial manufacturing company in the Houston area seeking experienced Manufacturing Supervisors to join its operations team.

These positions offer the opportunity to lead skilled production teams in a fast-paced, project-driven manufacturing environment specializing in engineered mechanical equipment and modular industrial systems.

We are seeking candidates with supervisory experience in CNC machining, metal fabrication, mechanical assembly, or industrial equipment manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements are met.
• Lead, train, coach, and develop teams of skilled manufacturing employees.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and resources to meet production deadlines.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Operations to resolve production challenges.
• Monitor department performance related to productivity, cost, quality, and safety.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, reduce downtime, and increase operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and work orders to ensure production accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain a safe, productive work environment.

Experience We're Looking For

Candidates should have supervisory experience in one or more of the following areas:

Fabrication & Machining

• CNC machining and machine shop operations
• Plasma cutting, industrial saws, and drilling equipment
• Metal fabrication and material processing
• Supervising machinists, machine operators, and fabrication teams

Mechanical Assembly

• Industrial mechanical equipment assembly
• Pumps, motors, valves, and process piping
• Skid-mounted equipment and modular mechanical systems
• Reading P&IDs, isometric drawings, and engineering assembly drawings

Manufacturing Leadership

• Production scheduling and manpower planning
• Employee training, development, and performance management
• Safety, quality control, and continuous improvement
• Managing multiple production priorities and meeting deadlines

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in industrial manufacturing, fabrication, machining, or mechanical assembly.
• 5+ years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of industrial shop operations and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and production specifications relevant to the department.
• Experience managing production schedules, labor resources, and quality standards.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; AutoCAD experience is a plus.
• Experience in an ISO-certified manufacturing environment preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join an established industrial manufacturer with growing operations.
• Work with skilled teams producing engineered equipment for demanding industrial applications.
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on production performance and operational efficiency.
• Collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Multiple supervisory opportunities across manufacturing departments.

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