Production Supervisor

WillScot; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 76,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

WillScot is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead an in-house team and coordinate with external vendors in a fast-paced, construction-oriented environment where safety is paramount.

You will drive safety, manage work orders, inventory, and reporting, and ensure first-time quality while leveraging lean principles to improve performance and efficiency. This role is based in Middletown, CT and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED; college degree preferred.
• 5+ years as a Supervisor in Construction or Manufacturing.
• Lean fundamentals knowledge is desirable.
• MS Office/Outlook proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple, changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coaches an in-house team and coordinates with external vendors.
• Ensures safety policies are followed; conducts daily safety meetings.
• Manages work orders, performance reporting, and capacity planning.
• Oversees inventory counts and material distribution to teams.
• Drives first-time quality and reduces service calls through root cause analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Multi-priority management

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

MS Office/Outlook

SAP or ERP

Job description

At WillScot, our team of nearly 5000+ people makes our company a Great Place to Work® and we believe our people are what give us a competitive advantage in the industry. Our differentiation begins with our values, which are lived through our employees and aligned to the needs of our customers and communities. From day one, we invest in your growth and your future, while giving back to the communities we serve. Learn more about WillScot and who we are, here . As North America’s leading provider of complete temporary space solutions, we have helped customers across 260+ locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, get the innovative flexible workspace and portable storage solutions that are right for their timeline and their project, Right From the Start. Learn More.

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Production Supervisor (PS) leads and coaches an in‑house team and coordinates with external vendors to achieve on‑time, quality readiness. This is a fast‑paced, construction‑oriented environment where safety is critical. The PS ensures our operations are responsive and agile and everyone goes home safely at the end of the day.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Conducts business in compliance with all WillScot Safety, Transportation, and Environmental Policies.
• Manages employee/vendor health and safety through creating a safer workplace, conducting daily safety meetings, DuPont STOP™, training and observations, and regularly scheduled assessments of the branch.
• Ensures operating standards are conducted; supported by robust training and communication actions.

Operations

• Ensure all work orders are completed effectively. Weekly review/reporting on performance to refine strategies. Labor efficiency assessment and capacity planning activities.
• Ensure off‑rents inspections are conducted timely; accurate work orders drafted and damage billing issued where appropriate. Relocate idle fleet and conduct work order assessments as required. Conduct fleet physical inventories counts.
• Manage the Work Order system and the drivers that impact inaccuracies (condition coding), develop strategy to ensure variances are <10% by ensuring work orders for idle fleet are accurate and idle fleet work orders are less than 9 months old. Issue and track vendor purchase orders.
• Order, receive and distribute materials/VAPS to work teams/vendors to support unit completion requirements. Conduct monthly major parts, VAPS and minor parts inventory counts.
• Focus on driving first time quality and reducing <60-day service calls by working with the team on root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS Diploma or GED
  • College degree preferred (industry experience considered)
• 5+ years of experience as a Supervisor in a Construction or Manufacturing environment
  • Experience with Lean fundamentals is desired.
  • Knowledge of state/federal requirements, building codes, permitting process, etc. is helpful
• Working knowledge of MS Office/Outlook
• Ability to effectively manage multiple, changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• A desire to create the safest, most cost‑effective work environment and exceed customer expectations
• The ability to create and maintain a positive, team‑oriented work environment
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP is Highly Desired but Not Required

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This posting is for a(n) Existing Position.

Disclaimer: This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, skills, or physical abilities required. Team members may be required to perform duties outside normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.

Base Wage Range: $75,500.00-$105,700.00

Individual rates are based on a variety of factors such as degrees or certifications, skill‑level and years of experience, and include considerations such as expected overtime and variable compensation pay such as bonus or commission.

All regular WillScot positions offer a generous benefits package to help our employees and their families Be Well. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off (including Company holidays), tuition reimbursement, a retirement savings plan with company match, and more! More information about benefits may be found here. Many positions also have variable pay opportunities including commission, bonus, performance rewards, or other incentive programs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.