Production Supervisor (Bilingual)

Merchants Metals; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company-paid Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Merchants Metals is seeking a bilingual Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations in a high-demand, non climate-controlled environment. You will manage schedules, enforce safety and quality standards, coach a diverse team, and drive continuous improvement across production lines.

The role requires hands-on leadership, ability to read blueprints, coordination with maintenance, and strong communication skills to meet production targets in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in manufacturing, fabrication, or production.
• 1+ years in supervisory, lead, or team leadership in manufacturing.
• Experience managing performance, safety, quality, and production schedules.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and manufacturing docs.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and ensure schedules are met.
• Supervise production personnel and support continuous improvement.
• Lead safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals with the team.
• Coordinate shift startup, material availability, staffing, and equipment readiness.
• Monitor performance, attendance, and policy adherence.
• Verify product quality with inspection processes and QC controls.
• Communicate production performance and issues to leadership.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen initiatives.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Leadership

Production scheduling

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP software

Production planning systems

Job description

This position works in a NON-CLIMATE-CONTROLLED manufacturing environment.

• You will be working indoors and around manufacturing equipment where temperatures can be extremely hot during the summer and cold during the winter. Employees must be comfortable working in these conditions and performing physical work throughout the shift.
• This is a hands‑on manufacturing position that requires standing, walking, moving materials, wearing required PPE, and working around production equipment.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We currently have openings on our Operations team for a Bilingual Production Supervisor.

Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday: 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Friday: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM (as needed)

About Merchants Metals

Merchants Metals is one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of fence systems in the nation and has been the contractor’s and architect’s source for quality fencing and accessories for over 60 years. Our complete line of products includes perimeter security solutions for industrial, commercial and residential applications.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production schedules are met, maintaining quality standards, promoting a safe work environment, and leading employees to achieve operational goals.
• Provide direct supervision of production personnel and supports continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency and performance.
• Lead and supervise production employees to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Ensure daily production schedules and operational targets are achieved.
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, and adherence to company policies and standards.
• Verify product quality through established inspection and quality control processes.
• Enforce safety policies and conduct routine safety observations and inspections.
• Coordinate shift startup, material availability, staffing, and equipment readiness.
• Communicate production performance, downtime, quality concerns, and operational issues to leadership.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and process improvements.
• Train and coach employees on job responsibilities, safety procedures, and quality expectations.
• Complete production reports, labor tracking, and required operational documentation accurately.
• Coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure equipment reliability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of manufacturing, fabrication, or production experience.
• 1+ years of supervisory, lead, or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing employee performance, safety, quality, and production schedules.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and manufacturing documentation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or related field.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or continuous improvement programs.
• Experience with ERP, inventory, or production planning systems.
• Experience in a multi‑shift manufacturing environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Leadership, employee coaching, and team development skills.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, workflow management, and labor planning.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.
• Knowledge of OSHA and manufacturing safety requirements.
• Ability to lead continuous improvement and 5S initiatives.
• Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production reporting tools.

Why Join Merchants Metals?

At Merchants Metals, our people are at the center of what we do. Our culture is built around seven core values:

Safety | Integrity | Accountability | Passion | Transparency | Empowerment | Teamwork

We believe employees should have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a long‑term career. We invest in our people through training, development, competitive pay, and opportunities for advancement.

Merchants Metals offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and eligible family members
• Company‑paid Life Insurance, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and employee discounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with a strong company match
• Competitive wages
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid holidays
• Ready to Build Your Career?

If you are dependable, safety‑minded, comfortable working in a physically demanding manufacturing environment, and looking for an opportunity to grow, we want to hear from you.