Supervisor Manufacturing 1st shift (K3)

interface; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader focused on rethinking spaces for people and the planet. We seek a 1st shift Manufacturing Supervisor to lead agglomeration and continuous mixer operations, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity while developing the team.

The role emphasizes Lean, 5S, and Root Cause Analysis, with responsibilities spanning staffing, performance metrics, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive operational excellence on 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field.
• High School Diploma or GED with equivalent manufacturing leadership experience required.
• Minimum two years of manufacturing supervisory team leadership experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong knowledge of agglomeration, extrusion, continuous mixer, or similar manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost objectives.
• Provide leadership during startups, shutdowns, product transitions, and unplanned line stoppages.
• Establish workforce plans and ensure adequate staffing, training, and resources to support safe and efficient operations.
• Hold Team Leaders accountable for execution of standard work and production requirements.
• Own shift performance metrics and drive corrective actions to meet department targets.
• Analyze operational performance data and KPIs, identifying gaps and implementing actions.
• Oversee quality systems, testing requirements, and production documentation for compliance.
• Direct management of raw materials, inventory transactions, and production records for accuracy.

Skills

Agglomeration

Extrusion

Continuous mixer

Communication

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Manufacturing systems

Quality testing

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

HS Diploma or GED with equivalent manufacturing 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 sh