Supervisor Production

MITER Brands; Fife (WA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Team Member Discount

Job summary

MITER Brands is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor for the Milgard Windows & Doors Vinyl Internal Supply location in Tacoma, WA. The role leads a night shift (6:00pm–6:00am) in extrusion, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity while developing team members across a high-volume operation.

The ideal candidate has hands-on manufacturing leadership experience in extrusion, strong communication skills, and a track record of implementing continuous improvement in a fast-paced plant.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Extrusion manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communicator and capable of teaching and developing team members.
• LEAN process improvement experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and production reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise extrusion production team during night shift operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements.
• Monitor daily production schedules to achieve output, quality, and efficiency targets.
• Coordinate staffing, training, and shift assignments to meet operational needs.
• Troubleshoot production issues and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to minimize downtime.
• Maintain product quality standards and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Conduct shift meetings and communicate production goals, priorities, and performance expectations.
• Track production metrics and prepare operational reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, scrap reduction, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Coach and develop team members through performance feedback and training.
• Enforce company policies and maintain a positive, accountable work environment.
• Collaborate with other departments to support overall plant performance and customer delivery expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

LEAN

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Production reporting systems

Job description

Job Description

Pay Range: $76,000 - $95,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications

This position supervises the shift that runs on a 2, 2, 3 schedule from 6:00pm – 6:00am

MITER Brands™ is a residential window and door manufacturer that provides a leading portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments. MITER Brands, also known as Milgard, MI Windows & Doors and PGTI is one of the nation’s largest suppliers of vinyl windows and patio doors, with plants across the country. We are looking for a Production Supervisor for our Milgard Windows & Doors Vinyl Internal Supply location in Tacoma, WA.

The Extrusion Night Shift Production Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating nightly production operations within the extrusion department at the Fife, Washington manufacturing facility. This role oversees production team members, ensures safety and quality standards are met, drives productivity, and supports continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining efficient plant operations during the night shift.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on manufacturing leader with experience in extrusion operations, team member development, and high‑volume production environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support extrusion production team members during night shift operations
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA requirements
• Monitor daily production schedules to achieve output, quality, and efficiency targets
• Coordinate staffing, training, and shift assignments to meet operational needs
• Troubleshoot production issues and collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams to minimize downtime
• Maintain product quality standards and ensure adherence to specifications
• Conduct shift meetings and communicate production goals, priorities, and performance expectations
• Track production metrics and prepare operational reports
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, scrap reduction, efficiency, and team member engagement
• Coach and develop team members through performance feedback and training
• Enforce company policies and maintain a positive, accountable work environment
• Collaborate with other departments to support overall plant performance and customer delivery expectations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Extrusion manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
• Must be an effective communicator, capable of teaching and generating results while enhancing the Milgard work environment and supporting the company’s guiding principles.
• Continuous improvement operations experience (Units Per Hour, reduced costs, etc.).
• To support Milgard’s Continuous Improvement culture, we would like strong background in LEAN process improvement principles and process management experience.
• Must be proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Proficiency with production reporting systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures and industrial equipment

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What We Offer

At MITER Brands, we invest in your health, wealth, and wellness. Our comprehensive benefits package supports you and your eligible spouse/dependents while helping you achieve your personal and professional goals.

We offer competitive pay, a 401(k) with company match, and generous paid time off to help you maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

Health & Wellness

• Three comprehensive medical plan options
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Teladoc virtual healthcare services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Wellness Clinic

Financial Protection

• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability
• Company-paid Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Team Member Discount Program

MITER Brands, including MI Windows and Doors, Milgard, and PGT Innovations, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization And Sponsorship Disclosure

The Company does not offer employer sponsorship at this time. Therefore, candidates must provide truthful and complete information regarding their eligibility to work in the U.S. and any current or future need for employment sponsorship. Misrepresentation regarding work authorization or sponsorship need at any stage of the hiring process will result in disqualification from consideration, rescission of an employment offer, or termination of employment.