Job Title: Production SupervisorJob DescriptionThe Production Supervisor oversees daily operations within the production departments, ensuring that safety, quality, and efficiency standards are consistently met. This role leads and mentors production employees, coordinates resources to meet customer deadlines, and drives continuous improvement in manufacturing methods, equipment performance, and product quality. The Production Supervisor maintains a professional and respectful work environment, enforces company policies, and serves as a key liaison between production teams and other functions within the organization.
Responsibilities
- Supervise employees in production departments, providing clear direction, training, motivation, and constructive discipline to support high performance.
- Maintain a professional, respectful, and confidential work environment, particularly regarding supervisory and management matters.
- Mentor and lead employees by establishing goals and objectives for proper manufacturing techniques and performance expectations.
- Recommend procedures, systems, equipment, and machinery changes to reduce costs, resolve production problems, improve product quality, reduce scrap, and enhance production efficiency.
- Initiate work orders for maintenance and repair of machinery, equipment, and vehicles to minimize downtime and maintain safe operations.
- Audit hourly employees timecards for accuracy, ensure correct charges against production assignments, and update electronic payroll timecards.
- Administer and enforce company rules, regulations, and policies consistently across the production team.
- Ensure compliance with safety programs for personnel and act as a company representative in first-step grievance proceedings as required.
- Evaluate employees overall performance and provide feedback to support development and adherence to proper manufacturing techniques.
- Maintain established housekeeping standards to ensure a clean, organized, and safe production area.
- Ensure that all reasonable measures are taken to control the handling and use of materials known to be toxic and/or hazardous in the production process.
- Interface with other departments to coordinate production activities and ensure customer deadlines and delivery commitments are met.
- Inspect and measure parts and products to verify conformance to specifications and quality standards.
- Direct workers in adjusting machines and equipment to correct products that do not meet standards.
- Establish or adjust work procedures to meet production schedules and respond to changing priorities.
- Develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and product quality.
- Analyze and resolve work problems, or assist workers in solving work problems, to maintain workflow and productivity.
- Use bar code readers and production documentation, such as tags, labels, schedules, and production cards, to accurately track materials and work orders.
- Collaborate with internal and external customers, as needed, to support production requirements and resolve issues.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the manufacturing operation.
Essential Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelors degree preferred or equivalent experience.
- 2 or more years of supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred.
- Ability to understand and accurately interpret various tags and labels used in the mill.
- Ability to read and understand production schedules and production cards.
- Ability to use bar code readers and related production tracking tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to collaborate effectively with internal and external customers.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to deal with a variety of variables in situations with limited standardization.
- Excellent time management, project coordination, and organizational skills to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data to make decisions and build support for business initiatives.
- Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry and to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
- Ability to write clear reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Ability to carry out supervisory responsibilities in alignment with organizational policies and applicable laws.
- Strong team-building skills and the ability to foster effective team participation.
- Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in production supervision, production management, and manufacturing operations.
- Background in industrial or heavy manufacturing environments.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement methodologies.
- Experience in job preparation and planning within a production setting.
- Ability to think strategically about production processes and long-term improvements.
- Comfort working with data and metrics to monitor production performance and drive continuous improvement.
- Strong interpersonal skills to mentor, coach, and develop team members.
- Ability to collaborate with direct sales teams, representatives, and distributors as needed to support production and delivery.
- Availability to work as required in a production environment with changing demands.
Why Work Here?The organization operates multiple manufacturing facilities that produce steel wire, cable, and related products serving a wide range of industries, offering employees exposure to diverse markets and technologies. Its independent business model encourages entrepreneurship, personal initiative, and professional growth at all levels, creating meaningful opportunities to contribute and advance. A strong focus on close customer relationships and responsive service drives a culture of agility, innovation, and continuous improvement. The company maintains a solid management foundation, well-defined product and market niches, and efficient manufacturing capabilities, providing long-term stability and room for development within a dynamic industrial environment. Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a very industrial, heavy manufacturing environment focused on steel wire and cable-related products. Employees work around large machinery and equipment, with an emphasis on safety, housekeeping, and proper handling of materials, including those that may be toxic or hazardous. The environment is fast-paced and production-driven, requiring adherence to established procedures, use of bar code readers and production documentation, and collaboration across departments to meet schedules and customer deadlines. Appropriate industrial work attire and personal protective equipment are expected to ensure safety and compliance with facility standards. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Kent, WA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $78000.00 - $90000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.US Wire Group is the parent of three independent companies (five manufacturing facilities) which produce steel wire and cable/wire related products that serve many industries. The independent business model fosters entrepreneurship and growth and allows professional development at all levels. US Wire Group is part of the Metals Processing Group and wholly owned by The Heico Companies, LLC. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Kent, WA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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