Production Supervisor I

Saint-Gobain Group; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

CertainTeed, a Saint-Gobain company, seeks a Production Supervisor I for our 24/7 manufacturing operations. You will lead hourly staff, ensure safe and efficient production, and drive continuous improvement through Lean and TPM initiatives.

You will report to the Production Manager or Plant Manager and work a 12-hour Pitman schedule with a focus on safety, quality, and employee development. Only local candidates eligible for Texas manufacturing roles considered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in manufacturing, engineering, business, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership, supervisory, lead operator, or team leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial, distribution, military, or related environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, coaching employees, and driving performance results.
• Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices and commitment to creating a safe work environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with the ability to evaluate information and implement effective solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise hourly production employees to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Foster a strong safety culture by conducting shift meetings, enforcing EHS requirements, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Set performance expectations, provide coaching and development opportunities, and support employee engagement and accountability.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and developing production team members.
• Ensure employees receive appropriate training and follow established operating procedures and work instructions.
• Investigate safety, environmental, quality, and operational incidents and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, and other operational excellence programs.
• Maintain workplace organization and housekeeping standards throughout assigned production areas.
• Review and approve employee time records and ensure accurate payroll administration in accordance with company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve productivity, quality, reliability, and overall plant performance.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Safety culture

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Shifts

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

UKG

SAP

ISO management systems

Job description

This role supports D Crew on the night shift (6:30 PM to 7:00 AM) and follows a fixed 12-hour Pitman schedule (2-2-3 rotation) in a 24/7 manufacturing operation. Candidates should be comfortable with overnight work, alternating 36- and 48-hour workweeks, occasional time before and after shift for handoff and reporting activities, and periodic coverage on the day shift, including participation in scheduled training events.

As a Production Supervisor I, you will provide front-line leadership for our manufacturing operations while promoting a culture focused on safety, quality, productivity, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Production Manager, Production Superintendent, Operations Manager, or Plant Manager, this role is responsible for supervising hourly production employees and ensuring production activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

The Production Supervisor I serves as a key leader on the manufacturing floor, providing coaching, training, performance management, and operational oversight. This position plays a critical role in driving operational excellence through employee development, problem solving, continuous improvement initiatives, and a strong commitment to Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) standards.

• Lead and supervise hourly production employees to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Foster a strong safety culture by conducting shift meetings, enforcing EHS requirements, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Set performance expectations, provide coaching and development opportunities, and support employee engagement and accountability.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and developing production team members.
• Ensure employees receive appropriate training and follow established operating procedures and work instructions.
• Investigate safety, environmental, quality, and operational incidents and support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, and other operational excellence programs.
• Maintain workplace organization and housekeeping standards throughout assigned production areas.
• Review and approve employee time records and ensure accurate payroll administration in accordance with company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve productivity, quality, reliability, and overall plant performance.

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Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in manufacturing, engineering, business, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership, supervisory, lead operator, or team leadership experience in a manufacturing, industrial, distribution, military, or related environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, coaching employees, and driving performance results.
• Strong knowledge of workplace safety practices and commitment to creating a safe work environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with the ability to evaluate information and implement effective solutions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• Supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, and/or 5S methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO management systems.
• Experience using UKG, SAP, or other manufacturing and workforce management systems.
• Experience leading continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to move throughout a manufacturing facility and remain active for extended periods during the shift.
• Ability to frequently observe production processes, equipment, and employee work activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through electronic communication methods.
• Ability to occasionally climb stairs, platforms, and ladders and navigate industrial work environments safely.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment that may include exposure to heat, cold, humidity, dust, fumes, noise, moving equipment, and other industrial conditions while utilizing required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to operational, safety, and employee-related situations as they arise.
• Occasional travel (up to 10%) for training and development opportunities may be required.

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A little more about us

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected] .

Benefits in joining us

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want