Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

WernerCo; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in metal fabrication seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee production processes, ensure safety and quality, and manage a skilled team. This role is crucial for achieving operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

401(k) company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience with MRP and ERP systems advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize production processes for metal fabrication.
• Ensure team adherence to safety rules and quality standards.
• Manage team performance and coordinate training.

Skills

Welding

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Manufacturing Technology

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

JDE

Job description

Production Supervisor (1st Shift)

ID

2025-2166

Category

Operations

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

About Us

WHY ProDriven Brands? BECAUSE WE ARE THE PRO'S CHOICE! You will find our market leading products and brands on trucks and job sites all over the world. Focusing on end users' needs drives our success. Our entire product development process-from research to engineering to manufacturing to commercialization-creates products that ensure ease of use, productivity, durability and safety for the end user. On jobsites across America and the world, ProDriven brands are most preferred.

Overview

The purpose of the Production Supervisor is to lead, oversee, and optimize the production processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality metal fabrication. This role plays a crucial part in achieving operational excellence by managing and motivating a team of skilled workers, coordinating workflow, and maintaining equipment. The Production Supervisor is responsible for meeting production targets, minimizing downtime, and upholding strict quality control standards. Their leadership and problem-solving skills are instrumental in driving productivity, reducing waste, and ensuring a smooth and effective manufacturing operation, ultimately contributing to the company's overall success and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):

* Ensure team members are aware of and adhere to safety rules and equipment usage.

* Maintain clean, neat, and orderly work areas within the team.

* Manage team performance to ensure quality standards are met.

* Coordinate effective training for team members.

* Collaborate with other teams to ensure efficient plant operation.

* Continuously improve team performance and measure progress toward team goals.

* Schedule and coordinate resources, including manpower and machinery.

* Manage supplies inventory (direct and indirect).

* Oversee the maintenance of team facilities and equipment.

* Ensure accurate computer transactions.

* Develop and maintain staffing and succession plans.

* Operate within the team budget.

* Contribute to division capital projects and strategic plans.

* Develop and execute a team operational plan.

* Demonstrate technical expertise in the area of responsibility.

* Achieve key metrics as defined for each reporting period.

Qualifications

Experience & Education:

Welding experience is required.
• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field or relevant work experience preferred.
• Three to Five years of supervisory experience preferred. Welding experience required.
• Exposure to other Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is advantageous.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents, technical procedures, and regulations.
• Proficient in writing reports and business correspondence.
• Effective in presenting information and responding to questions from various stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, peers, and staff.
• Basic math skills

Competencies needed to function fully within the position:

• Excel: Intermediate
• Outlook: Intermediate
• Word: Intermediate
• PowerPoint: Intermediate
• JDE: Intermediate

Special Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to use hands, reach, and communicate.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
• Occasionally required to climb, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Specific / Specialized Job Functions not covered under essential:

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various situations with limited standardization.
• Interpretation of instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
• Detailed-oriented with a focus on accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ability to always represent the Company in a positive and professional manner.
• Must demonstrate integrity and commitment to the organization's mission and values.

Salary Range:

$68,000 - $94,000

The pay range listed is for Illinois based roles. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the pay range. Specific compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including skill sets, qualifications, experience, education, certifications, training, and location.

Benefits:

• 401(k) company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off

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EEO Statement

ProDriven Global Brands prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants to ProDriven Global Brands are considered for employment without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. ProDriven Global Brands will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on these characteristics.