Production Supervisor

Advanced Cooling Technologies Inc; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is seeking a hands-on Production Supervisor to lead a manufacturing team responsible for assembling, welding, and related processes.

This role emphasizes safety, quality, and schedule adherence, plus involvement in hiring, coaching, and performance evaluations. A technical/2-year degree and 2–5 years in production are preferred. The position is on the day shift with regular Friday off on a 9/80 schedule, and offers comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of related production experience preferred.
• Strong technical and fabrication skills required.
• Supervisory or lead experience highly desirable.
• Effective verbal and written communication and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of a production team to meet safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of production employees.
• Complete timekeeping approvals and conduct performance evaluations.
• Ensure product quality and customer satisfaction through oversight of fabrication, testing, inspections, and material control.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, including manufacturing travelers and inspection records.
• Monitor incoming materials, in-process work, and finished products for quality and compliance.
• Analyze production issues and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency, quality, and workflow.
• Foster a clean, organized, and collaborative work environment that promotes productivity and accountability.

Skills

Technical fabrication skills

Leadership ability

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree or technical two-year degree

Job description

Description

About Us

Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT) is a leading provider of thermal management solutions for aerospace, defense, data centers, energy, and industrial applications. For more than 20 years, ACT has engineered and manufactured innovative technologies that solve complex thermal challenges in demanding environments. Our team is driven by continuous innovation, teamwork, and collaboration, delivering reliable solutions that support critical missions and next-generation technologies worldwide.

SUMMARY:

This is a hands-on supervisory position. The Production Supervisor supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in manufacturing processes, such as assembling, welding, and applying knowledge of processes involved, production methods, and products.

SCHEDULE:

• Monday- Friday Day Shift
• 9/80 schedule- every other Friday scheduled off!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of an assigned production team to meet safety, quality, and schedule requirements
• Support hiring, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of production employees
• Complete timekeeping approvals and conduct performance evaluations in accordance with company policy
• Ensure product quality and customer satisfaction through oversight of fabrication, testing, inspections, and material control
• Maintain accurate production documentation, including manufacturing travelers and inspection records
• Monitor incoming materials, in-process work, and finished products for quality and compliance
• Analyze production issues and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency, quality, and workflow
• Recommend and implement improvements to production methods, equipment performance, and work procedures
• Foster a clean, organized, and collaborative work environment that promotes productivity and accountability

Requirements

• Associate degree from a technical or two-year college, or equivalent combination of education, training, and 2–5 years of related production experience
• Strong technical and fabrication skills preferred
• Prior supervisory, lead, or employee training experience highly desirable
• Effective verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated leadership ability with the capacity to motivate and influence others
• Comfortable using standard computer applications and production systems
• Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Authorized to work in the U.S.; must be a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Protected Individual in compliance with ITAR requirements

ACT offers competitive pay, excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, holidays, company-paid life & disability insurance, 401(k) match, and profit-sharing), and a supportive team environment.

ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

ACT participates in E-Verify.

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