Production Supervisor (Manufacturing)

Rinker Materials; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rinker Materials in Thomasville, NC, is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee daily concrete production operations and lead a plant team to meet schedules and specifications.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating maintenance and material flow, and ensuring safety protocols across the facility. A strong background in production management and communication is essential, with travel 5–10% as needed.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree preferred.
• 3–5 years’ supervisory experience with team leadership.
• Knowledge of production management in the concrete industry or equivalent.
• Experience with large machinery, infrastructure construction, and shipping/fulfillment.
• Ability to lead, problem solve, and drive cost-effective results.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and professional demeanor.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and databases.
• Ability to read and apply plans, blueprints and equipment manuals.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and travel 5–10%.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient concrete production and scheduling.
• Supervises staff and enforces safety protocols.
• Monitors equipment maintenance and collaborates with maintenance teams.
• Coordinates raw material deliveries, inventory, and production optimization.
• Maintains clear communication with team members, management, and other departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team building

Communication skills

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Education

Undergraduate degree preferred

Tools

Blueprints/Plans

Large machinery operation

Database systems

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

Joining Rinker means becoming a part of a team that’s committed to making a positive impact. When you work with us, you're not just building structures; you're contributing to the growth and development of communities. As Production Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in providing supervision of plant team members in the daily attainment of scheduled production plans for each assigned area (i.e. box culvert, pre-stress, pipe and wet cast). The production supervisor works together with plant manager, sales, engineering, production scheduler and production team members to schedule and produce product to meet specifications and customer expectations.

Why Join Our Team?

Joining Rinker means becoming a part of a team that’s committed to making a positive impact. When you work with us, you're not just building structures; you're contributing to the growth and development of communities. As Production Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in providing supervision of plant team members in the daily attainment of scheduled production plans for each assigned area (i.e. box culvert, pre-stress, pipe and wet cast). The production supervisor works together with plant manager, sales, engineering, production scheduler and production team members to schedule and produce product to meet specifications and customer expectations.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, a 401k match, paid vacation, holidays, employee discounts, and more.

Why Choose a Career with Us?

• Growth and Learning: We provide an environment that encourages personal and professional growth, helping you build a long-lasting, successful career.
• Innovation: Be a part of a team that’s shaping the future of construction and infrastructure.
• Impact: What we build today will shape the world for generations to come. Your work here will be your legacy, impacting communities and leaving a lasting mark on the world.
• Collaboration: We value collaboration and teamwork, knowing that the best solutions are born through shared knowledge and diverse perspectives. Join us and work with talented, like-minded professionals.

About The Role

• Oversees daily operations, ensuring efficient concrete production. Responsibilities include managing production schedules, supervising staff, and enforcing safety protocols.
• Monitor equipment maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with maintenance teams.
• Coordinates raw material deliveries, maintains inventory, and optimizes production processes.
• Effective communication with team members, management, and other departments is essential for seamless plant operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree preferred.
• 3-5 years’ supervisory experience including team building, facilitation, mentoring and follow-through.
• Knowledge of production management in the concrete industry or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of large machine operation, construction of infrastructure and shipping and fulfillment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide direction, develop and lead a team, provide strategic direction, and inspire the team to achieve key goals in a timely and cost-effective manner. Ability to apply problem solving techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills and ability to present oneself and communicate in a professional, positive, and courteous manner at all times with all levels of team members.
• Ability to provide clear and concise verbal instructions along with the ability to listen and ask questions to understand points made by others.
• General computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and database systems.
• Ability to read and apply information from plans, blueprints, work instructions and equipment manuals.
• Mathematical skills and mechanical abilities to diagnose and solve problems
• Demonstrated pattern of positive attitude, strong work ethic and dedication.
• Must have a valid drivers’ license and ability to travel 5-10 percent of the time to locations and/or meetings.

We're always on the lookout for passionate individuals who are committed to Excellence and share our vision of a better future.