Production Supervisor Heat Treatment

Manpower, Inc.; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-Perm pathway

12-hour shifts

Medical & Prescription Plans

Dental Plan

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking a Production Supervisor - Heat Treatment in Alcoa, TN. The role leads a crew in safety, quality, and productivity within a heat treatment environment, coordinating shift activities and coaching hourly staff to meet objectives.

The position emphasizes lean problem-solving, root-cause analysis, and 90-day improvement cycles, with a 12-hour shift pattern and a path to permanent placement. Requires leadership and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in an industrial environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to coach hourly teams in problem-solving.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

• Lead and be accountable for crew environmental, health, and safety performance and practices.
• Monitor production information flow paths and production rates to ensure objectives are met.
• Maintain quality, process management, and production standards while planning and executing departmental operating plans.
• Coach and develop employees through leadership, conflict resolution, and recommendations for improvement plans.
• Drive continuous improvement by leading shift meetings, facilitating Root Cause Analysis, and developing and executing 90-day problem solving A3's.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Our client, a manufacturing operations team is seeking a Production Supervisor - Heat Treatment to join their team. As a Production Supervisor, you will be part of the Heat Treatment area. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety, the ability to lead and coach hourly teams, and the drive to improve quality and productivity through lean problem-solving.

Job Title: Production Supervisor Heat Treatment

Location: Alcoa, TN

Pay Range: $32.00 - $35.00 p/h

Shift: 12-hour shifts on a 2/3/3/2 pattern; must be able to work days or nights; weekend work required every other weekend on the 2/3/3/2 pattern

What's the Job?

• Lead and be accountable for crew environmental, health, and safety performance and practices.
• Monitor production information flow paths and production rates to ensure objectives are met.
• Maintain quality, process management, and production standards while planning and executing departmental operating plans.
• Coach and develop employees through leadership, conflict resolution, and recommendations for improvement plans.
• Drive continuous improvement by leading shift meetings, facilitating Root Cause Analysis, and developing and executing 90-day problem solving A3's.

What's Needed?

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts and schedules (typically assigned to a day or night shift, but must be able to work either based on business need).
• Strong leadership and communication skills to coach employees and engage hourly teams in problem-solving.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire (visa sponsorship is not available).

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead a shift and directly influence safety, quality, and production outcomes.
• Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing leadership, standard work, and continuous improvement.
• Clear focus on problem-solving using structured A3 development and Root Cause Analysis.
• Support for customer service mindset by aligning priorities with internal and external expectations (when applicable).
• Temp-to-Perm pathway with a schedule designed around 12-hour shifts and a 2/3/3/2 rotation.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)