Senior Production Supervisor: Quality, Yields & Safety

Universal Stainless; City of Dunkirk (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

401(k)

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Job summary

Universal Stainless is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee frontline operations in a stainless steel manufacturing setting in Dunkirk, NY. The role emphasizes safety, quality compliance, and efficient production to meet customer commitments.

You will plan manufacturing processes, supervise personnel, train staff, and drive root cause analysis to reduce downtime while maintaining cost targets. This position reports to Operations and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of frontline supervisory experience in a line manufacturing role.
• Experience with stainless steel and specialty alloys desirable.
• Understanding of basic machinery such as forklifts and bandsaws.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, environmental and quality policies are understood and followed by all employees and contractors.
• Determine product quality against customer requirements and decide disposition of material.
• Establish and enforce first-class housekeeping standards.
• Plan and operate manufacturing processes to meet schedules and delivery commitments.
• Maximize yields at lowest cost within established schedules and quality standards.
• Review production reports and resolve operational, maintenance or manufacturing issues cost-effectively.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Tools

Forklifts

Bandsaws

Straightening machines

Job description

Universal Stainless is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee frontline operations in a stainless steel manufacturing setting in Dunkirk, NY. The role emphasizes safety, quality compliance, and efficient production to meet customer commitments.

You will plan manufacturing processes, supervise personnel, train staff, and drive root cause analysis to reduce downtime while maintaining cost targets. This position reports to Operations and offers a comprehensive benefits package.