Shop Floor Supervisor - Lean Production Lead

Valmet; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Valmet in Florence, AL is seeking a Shop Supervisor to lead a skilled technical team in wood handling and fiber workshop parts and technologies. You will direct daily operations, drive Lean and 5S practices, and ensure on-time deliveries while managing personnel matters and customer projects.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. Strong communication, problem-solving, and ERP experience are required, with prior leadership in a production/job shop

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a desire to grow as a leader.
• Problem-solver who can break down complex situations and lead continuous improvement.
• Experience in production and a job shop environment.
• Knowledge of Lean and 5S and related systems (time and labor, scheduling, ERP).

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of skilled technical shop employees and direct daily operations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and on-time deliveries.
• Handle personnel matters and participate in customer projects and change management.
• Utilize production control systems and ERP tools to plan and monitor production workflows.
• Foster collaboration and ensure effective problem-solving and process improvement.

Skills

Lean

5S

Leadership

ERP software

Scheduling

Production control systems

Education

Technical education

Tools

ERP software

Scheduling software

Time and attendance system

Job description

Valmet in Florence, AL is seeking a Shop Supervisor to lead a skilled technical team in wood handling and fiber workshop parts and technologies. You will direct daily operations, drive Lean and 5S practices, and ensure on-time deliveries while managing personnel matters and customer projects.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement. Strong communication, problem-solving, and ERP experience are required, with prior leadership in a production/job shop