Supervisor Pouring

Carpenter Co.; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Carpenter Co. is seeking a 1st Shift Pouring Supervisor to oversee the prime pouring line and provide front-line leadership to the hourly workforce.

You will serve as the primary liaison between plant operations, quality control, and management to ensure smooth daily production. The role emphasizes maximizing uptime, optimizing material usage, and delivering high-quality products on a production floor with extreme temperature variations.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in business administration, manufacturing engineering technology, or similar preferred; or equivalent managerial work experience in manufacturing is required.
• 2-4 years of related manufacturing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be forklift certified.
• Performs basic calculations.
• Reads and interprets safety rules, operating manuals, and procedure guides.
• Possesses foundational, basic, computer skills.
• Takes accountability, follows instructions and commits to extra hours when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and motivate the hourly production team on the prime pouring line.
• Act as a daily liaison between the department manager, quality, scheduling, and plant management.
• Maintain high productivity, meet output standards, and work efficiently under tight timelines.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• Strictly enforce and observe all safety and security procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions and ensure proper equipment use.
• Build an ethical, respectful culture by keeping commitments and upholding company values.
• Skillfully analyze data to develop alternative solutions quickly.
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Forklift certified

Basic math

Safety awareness

Education

High School or better

Associates or better

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. is seeking a 1st Shift Pouring Supervisor to oversee all operations on our prime pouring line. This role delivers front-line leadership to our hourly workforce while serving as the primary liaison between plant operations, quality control, and management. As a critical problem-solver, you will optimize raw material usage, maximize machinery uptime, and coordinate personnel to deliver exceptional product quality. This position requires a resilient leader comfortable executing daily responsibilities on an active production floor with extreme temperature variations.

Position Description

• Lead, inspire, and motivate the hourly production team on the prime pouring line.
• Act as a daily liaison between the department manager, quality, scheduling, and plant management.
• Maintain high productivity, meet output standards, and work efficiently under tight timelines.
• Follow all company rules and policies.
• Strictly enforce and observe all safety and security procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions and ensure proper equipment use.
• Build an ethical, respectful culture by keeping commitments and upholding company values.
• Skillfully analyze data to develop alternative solutions quickly.
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area.

Skills/ Requirements

• Associate's degree in business administration, manufacturing engineering technology, or similar preferred; or equivalent managerial work experience in manufacturing is required.
• 2-4 years of related manufacturing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be forklift certified.
• Performs basic calculations.
• Reads and interprets safety rules, operating manuals, and procedure guides.
• Possesses foundational, basic, computer skills.
• Takes accountability, follows instructions and commits to extra hours when needed.

Important Notes

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants who receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive affordable benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com.

Education

Required

• High School or better

Preferred

• Associates or better

Equal Opportunity Employer

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