Production Supervisor

100Hires, Inc.; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Annual Retirement Contribution (ARC)

Life & AD&D Insurance

Paid Vacation

Tuition Assistance Program

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Career Growth & Advancement

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings is seeking a PVCO Production Shift Supervisor for the Wichita Falls, TX plant. This role leads night shift production, driving safe, efficient manufacturing of PVCO pipe and enforcing quality standards.

You will supervise daily activities, coordinate with maintenance and engineering, and manage safety training, shift meetings, and production documentation to minimize downtime and waste while meeting targets and continuous improvement goals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading in manufacturing or production environments.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Experience in PVC/PVCO extrusion operations preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in safety procedures and manufacturing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and output objectives.
• Lead and reinforce compliance with Westlake Pipe & Fittings safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct shift meetings, safety training, inspections, incident investigations, and follow-up actions.
• Drive root cause problem solving using the 5-Why methodology and structured improvement tools.
• Monitor workflow, staffing, and line performance to optimize efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Complete accurate and timely production documentation including shift reports, SAP production data, and SPC charts.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to production team members.
• Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to recommend equipment improvements or modifications.
• Lead changeovers to ensure efficient transitions and minimal production disruption.
• Monitor key performance metrics including production output, scrap, material utilization, and regrind usage.
• Coach, develop, and performance-manage team members.
• Support employee relations activities including attendance tracking, overtime management, and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and enforce plant cleanliness policies.

Skills

Leadership / People Management

Continuous Improvement

Coaching and Mentoring

Operational Metrics & KPI Management

Workplace Safety & EHS Management

Effective communication

Team leadership

Recruiting and Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree

OSHA 10-Hour Certification

Tools

ERP Software

SAP

SPC

Job description

Night Shift - 7pm to 7am on a 2/2/3 rotationWestlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake (NYSE: WLK), is one of North America’s largest manufacturers of PVC pipe and fittings. With 23 manufacturing and distribution facilities, we deliver innovative piping solutions across municipal, plumbing, irrigation, and specialty markets — including our industry-leading Certa-Lok restrained joint systems. We foster a collaborative culture grounded in safety, innovation, operational excellence, and career growth.Why Join WestlakeBenefits effective Day OneMedical, Dental, Vision401(k) with Company MatchAnnual Retirement Contribution (ARC)Life & AD&D InsurancePaid VacationTuition Assistance ProgramFitness Reimbursement ProgramCareer Growth & Advancement OpportunitiesThe PVCO Production Shift Supervisor at our plant in Wichita Falls, TX is responsible for leading daily production operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing of PVCO pipe. This role provides direct supervision of night shift production personnel, drives operational performance, and ensures adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards. The Production Supervisor plays a key role in achieving production targets, minimizing waste, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet safety, quality, and output objectivesLead and reinforce compliance with Westlake Pipe & Fittings safety policies and proceduresConduct shift meetings, safety training, inspections, incident investigations, and follow-up actionsDrive root cause problem solving using 5-Why methodology and structured improvement toolsMonitor workflow, staffing, and line performance to optimize efficiency and reduce downtimeComplete accurate and timely production documentation, including shift reports, SAP production data, and SPC chartsProvide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to production team membersPartner with Maintenance and Engineering to recommend equipment improvements or modificationsLead changeovers to ensure efficient transitions and minimal production disruptionMonitor key performance metrics including production output, scrap, material utilization, and regrind usageCoach, develop, and performance-manage team membersSupport employee relations activities including attendance tracking, overtime management, and disciplinary actionsMaintain high standards of housekeeping and enforce plant cleanliness policiesParticipate in supervisor and operational meetings as requiredPerform additional duties as assignedQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED required3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environmentExperience in PVC/PVCO extrusion operations preferred1–2 years of leadership or team supervision experienceStrong understanding of production processes, workflow coordination, and operational performanceWorking knowledge of safety procedures and manufacturing best practicesFamiliarity with SAP, SPC, or production reporting systems preferredStrong problem-solving and decision-making skillsEffective communication and team leadership capabilityPhysical DemandsThis role requires frequent standing, walking, and communication. The employee may be required to use hands, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The position involves regular light lifting and occasional moderate lifting consistent with a manufacturing environment.Work EnvironmentThis position operates within a manufacturing plant environment. Employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, varying temperatures, elevated noise levels, and airborne particles. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required.Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.You should be proficient in:Leadership / People ManagementBachelor's DegreeLabor Management Systems KnowledgeContinuous ImprovementStandard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Supervisory ExperienceOSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)KaizenLean Manufacturing PrinciplesCoaching and Mentoring ExperienceOperational Metrics & KPI ManagementWorkplace Safety & EHS ManagementLockout/Tagout (LOTO)Recruiting and Training ExperienceMachines & technologies you'll use:ERP Software