Production Supervisor - 1st Shift Large Valve Assembly

Mueller Water Products; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401K with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Short-term and long-term disability

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Company-provided life insurance

Supplemental insurance

Job summary

Mueller Water Products is seeking a Production Supervisor for 1st shift in a large valve assembly environment. You will plan, lead, and optimize production processes, coordinating with planning and materials to meet priorities.

The role emphasizes lean techniques, safety, and team leadership within a union manufacturing setting. The position requires 3–5 years in a union plant, strong MS Office/HRIS skills, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• Three to five years’ experience in a union manufacturing facility.
• Strong Microsoft Office and HRIS skills.
• Relationship Building Skills.
• Strong Communicator.
• Demonstrated leadership attributes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead the activities of production processes and personnel on various shifts during the manufacturing/assembly of products.
• Partner with the Production Manager, Production Planning, and Materials departments to establish production priorities and plans.
• Direct production operations in accordance with established priorities and sequences for manufacturing products using knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities and skilled labor.
• Analyze production schedules to estimate work requirements for completion of job assignments and adjust to meet scheduled requirements.
• Assist Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineering personnel in testing, troubleshooting and modifying processes to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of products.
• Advise managers and supervisors of production issues and offer suggestions for changes in working conditions, design, test, production procedures, and the use of equipment.
• Meet or exceed goals established for safety, labor efficiencies, schedule attainment, scrap, rework, and any other production related goals.
• Initiate, suggest, and implement plans to motivate, empower, and develop workers to achieve work goals in a team environment.
• Supervise and assist in the set up, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of various automated machines, assembly equipment and/or machining centers.
• Conduct performance appraisals and make recommendations for promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
• Obtain critically needed products from material as directed, performing any necessary operations / processes to expedite requirements toward production plans.
• Implement lean techniques and principles such as 5S, standardized work, waste identification and elimination, value stream mapping, team based multi-skilled workforce, one piece flow technology, visual factory concepts, and total productive maintenance.

Skills

Microsoft Office & HRIS

Relationship building

Strong communication

Leadership attributes

Job description

Who We Are

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc. For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive.

Production Supervisor – 1st Shift Large Valve Assembly Job Description

The Mueller Water Products is headquartered in Atlanta, GA and manufactures valves for water and gas systems, including iron gate, butterfly, tapping, check, plug, and ball valves, as well as dry-barrel and wet-barrel fire hydrants; pipe repair products, such as clamps and couplings used to repair leaks, as well as municipal castings, including manhole covers and street drain grates; and residential and commercial water meter products and systems. It also offers metering, leak detection, pipe condition assessment, and other products and services for the water infrastructure industry, as well as provides installation, replacement, and maintenance services on new and existing valves, fire hydrants, and service lines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead the activities of production processes and personnel on various shifts during the manufacturing/assembly of products.
• Partner with the Production Manager, Production Planning, and Materials departments to establish production priorities and plans.
• Direct production operations in accordance with established priorities and sequences for manufacturing products using knowledge of production processes and methods, machine and equipment capabilities and skilled labor.
• Analyze production schedules to estimate work requirements for completion of job assignments and adjust to meet scheduled requirements.
• Assist Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineering personnel in testing, troubleshooting and modifying processes to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of products.
• Advise managers and supervisors of production issues and offer suggestions for changes in working conditions, design, test, production procedures, and the use of equipment.
• Meet or exceed goals established for safety, labor efficiencies, schedule attainment, scrap, rework, and any other production related goals.
• Initiate, suggest, and implement plans to motivate, empower, and develop workers to achieve work goals in a team environment.
• Supervise and assist in the set up, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of various automated machines, assembly equipment and/or machining centers.
• Conduct performance appraisals and make recommendations for promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
• Obtain critically needed products from material as directed, performing any necessary operations / processes to expedite requirements toward production plans.
• Implement lean techniques and principles such as 5S, standardized work, waste identification and elimination, value stream mapping, team based multi-skilled workforce, one piece flow technology, visual factory concepts, and total productive maintenance.

Required Experience

Three to five years’ experience in a union manufacturing facility.

Required Skills

• Strong Microsoft Office and HRIS skills
• A consistent track record for executing performance objectives and delivering results with minimal supervision.
• Relationship Building Skills
• Strong Communicator.
• Demonstrated leadership attributes

Additional Details

Relocation assistance may be offered for this position.

Benefits

Mueller Company offers an excellent salary and benefits package.

Current benefit offerings include:

• medical and dental insurance
• 401K plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan program
• short-term and long-term disability benefits
• vacation
• tuition reimbursement program
• company-provided life insurance
• supplemental insurance at group rates
• and much more.

Other Compensation & Benefits

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package.

Current benefit offerings include:

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k plan with 5% Company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• short-term and long-term disability benefits
• vacation
• 100% paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement program
• student debt retirement matching
• well-being program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• company-provided life insurance
• supplemental insurance at group rates
• and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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Mueller Water Products Overview

Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure Mueller Water Products, Inc. (www.muellerwaterproducts.com) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of products and services used in the transmission, distribution and measurement of water in North America. Our broad product and service portfolio includes engineered valves, fire hydrants, pipe connection and repair products, metering products, leak detection, and pipe condition assessment. We help municipalities increase operational efficiencies, improve customer service and prioritize capital spending, demonstrating why Mueller Water Products is Where Intelligence Meets Infrastructure.

Brands

Mueller Water Products brands include Mueller, Echologics, Hydro Gate, Hydro-Guard, HYMAX, Jones, Krausz, Mi.Net, Milliken, Pratt, Pratt Industrial, Singer, and U.S. Pipe Valve & Hydrant.