Production Supervisor – Fiberglass Manufacturing

Powerwell is a leading recruitment firm that connects top talent with exciting career opportunities. We are currently recruiting a Production Supervisor in Houston, TX.

Our client is a highly respected company, and more details will be provided to candidates who progress further in the hiring process.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

The Production Supervisor will oversee day-to-day production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety. This role is ideal for a dedicated and organized professional with strong leadership abilities, a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards, and a focus on safety.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise production staff, organize workflow, and ensure manufacturing goals are met.
• Communicate job expectations, plan and monitor job results, and manage staff performance, including coaching, counseling, and training.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring of new team members.
• Enhance workflow by setting processing variables, monitoring control points, overseeing resources, and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Complete production plans by scheduling, prioritizing tasks, and troubleshooting issues to ensure smooth shift production.
• Maintain quality standards by establishing and enforcing production protocols.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, call for repairs as needed, and evaluate new techniques to improve production efficiency.
• Compile and analyze production data, respond to queries, and implement improvements in operating practices.
• Research and negotiate with vendors to streamline processes and reduce costs.
• Ensure a safe work environment by educating staff on safety practices and maintaining compliance with safety policies.
• Analyze and resolve personnel issues as they arise.
• Support team objectives by contributing to the achievement of production goals and other assigned duties.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on production supervisory experience.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to guide a production team effectively.
• Mechanical aptitude with problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Project and time management skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Ability to coach, mentor, train, and motivate team members.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer skills.
• Experience with composites is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Type: Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Work Environment: Primarily in a manufacturing setting with some office-based duties.
• Physical Requirements: Regularly required to talk, listen, stand, walk, and use hands. Occasionally required to lift and move items up to 50-70 pounds. Vision abilities required include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Travel: No travel required for this position.

COMPENSATION:

• Pay: Starting at $68,000 per year.