Supervisor Manufacturing 1st shift (K3)

Interface, Inc.; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Interface, Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Supervisor for the 1st shift to lead agglomeration and continuous mixer operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets in a non-climate-controlled facility.

The role emphasizes Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement practices while developing team capability. Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business; 2+ years of supervisory experience and strong problem-solving, communication, and data analysis skills

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of manufacturing supervisory leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of agglomeration, extrusion, continuous mixer, or similar processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven leadership and employee development skills.
• Ability to analyze production data and make operational decisions.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Continuous Improvement, and Root Cause Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Provide leadership during startups, shutdowns, product transitions, and unplanned line stoppages.
• Plan workforce, staffing, training, and resources for safe and efficient operations.
• Hold Team Leaders accountable for standard work, process compliance, and performance.
• Drive corrective actions by analyzing performance data and KPIs to close gaps.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing processes

Communication

Problem solving

Data analysis

ERP/Manufacturing systems

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High School Diploma or GED with equivalent leadership experience

Tools

MeSr/JDE/AS400

Job description

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader dedicated to rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet. Our portfolio includes Interface carpet tile and LVT, nora rubber flooring, and FLOR premium area rugs. Across every brand, we innovate in a way that combines design, performance, and sustainability—without compromise. Trusted by architects, designers, and building professionals worldwide, we help bring bold visions to life with solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. Building on more than 30 years of sustainability progress and industry‑first innovation, we remain ‘all in’ on our goal of becoming carbon negative by 2040, without the use of offsets.

Position summary:

Supervise and lead employees engaged in agglomeration and continuous mixer operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives. Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and operational procedures while developing employee capability and driving continuous improvements. This 1st shift K3 Manufacturing Supervisor's primary schedule is 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field. High School Diploma or GED with equivalent with manufacturing leadership experience required.

Skills and Experience

Minimum two years of manufacturing supervisory team leadership experience. Strong knowledge of agglomeration, extrusion, continuous mixer, or similar manufacturing processes preferred. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven leadership and employee development skills. Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities. Ability to analyze production data and make effective operational decisions. Competent computer skills with manufacturing systems such as MeSr, JDE, AS400, or similar platforms. Ability to operate and interpret quality testing equipment and results. Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Continuous Improvement, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies. Excellent mathematical and reasoning skills.

Essential Duties

Lead and manage daily operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives. Provide leadership and direction during critical production events, including startups, shutdowns, product transitions, and unplanned line stoppages. Establish workforce plans and ensure adequate staffing, training, and resources to support safe and efficient manufacturing operations. Hold Team Leaders accountable for execution of standard work, process compliance, production requirements, quality standards, safety expectations, and employee development. Own shift performance metrics, including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, Scrap, Downtime, and Labor Efficiency, and implement action plans to achieve department targets. Analyze operational performance data and KPIs, identify performance gaps, and drive corrective actions to improve results. Oversee quality systems, testing requirements, production documentation, and reporting activities to ensure compliance and product integrity. Direct the management of raw materials, inventory transactions, pellet output reporting, and production records to ensure accuracy, inventory control, and operational effectiveness. Lead problem‑solving efforts related to process, equipment, material, quality, and production issues, utilizing root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies. Partner with Maintenance to prioritize preventive and corrective maintenance activities, improve equipment reliability, and minimize downtime. Schedule production time and allocate personnel, materials, and equipment resources to support engineering trials, R&D activities, process improvements, and new product development initiatives. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, process optimization, waste reduction, productivity enhancement, and cost improvement. Train, coach, and develop Team Leaders and Operators to strengthen technical capability, leadership effectiveness, and succession readiness. Conduct performance evaluations and make recommendations regarding hiring, promotion, disciplinary actions, compensation, and employee development. Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and selection activities to build and maintain a high‑performing workforce. Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Logistics, and other functional teams to achieve operational and business objectives. Ensure compliance with company policies, quality and environmental management systems, regulatory requirements, safety standards, and housekeeping expectations. Maintain accurate production, quality, inventory, attendance, and performance records. Maintain awareness of departmental Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and ensure compliance with applicable requirements. Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. Frequent walking and standing throughout the work shift. Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and elevated work platforms as required.

Work environment

Non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment. Works on multi-floor mezzanine and elevated platforms. Exposure to industrial equipment, noise, dust, and process materials. Ability to work 12-hour shifts and extended hours as required.

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At Interface, we believe that flooring is more than what you walk on. We help our customers create interior spaces that support well-being, productivity and creativity, as well as the sustainability of the planet. As a global leader in modular flooring, we design and manufacture an integrated collection of carpet tiles and resilient flooring, including luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and nora rubber flooring. We’re designers, engineers, scientists, problem‑solvers, dreamers, trailblazers and everything in between.

Spread all over the world, we are one team with a shared vision and values.

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For us, sustainability is a journey. We're constantly working to improve the quality of our products and lessen the impact they have on human health and the environment. Design leads everything we do. Our team of designers continuously explores trends, textures, colors, and materials to ensure every pattern and detail is thoughtfully crafted.