McWane Ductile New Jersey-Production Supervisor

Production SupervisorThe Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily manufacturing operations across their assigned production areas (Casting, Finishing, Melting). This position ensures safety, quality, and production goals are achieved in a heavy industrial environment while leading teams in physically demanding conditions.The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000 annually. This range is intended as a general guideline; final compensation may vary based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and other business and market considerations.The Production Supervisor is responsible for:Supervising and coordinating daily production operations across multiple manufacturing areas (casting, melting, finishing), leading teams of approximately 15–35 hourly employeesDirecting workforce activities, assigning job duties, and monitoring performance to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety expectations are consistently metPromoting and enforcing a strong safety culture by interpreting and applying company policies, OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and safety programsMonitoring machinery, equipment, and production processes to ensure efficient operation; identifying malfunctions and coordinating or directing necessary repairs or adjustmentsExamining materials and products at all stages of production to ensure compliance with quality specifications and identifying nonconforming materials or defectsInterpreting production schedules, job orders, specifications, and customer requirements to effectively plan and execute daily operationsAdjusting staffing levels, workflows, and work procedures to meet production demands, improve efficiency, and maintain product qualityMaintaining accurate and timely production records, including timekeeping, output, scrap, and performance metricsEnsuring availability and proper use of materials, tools, and equipment; requisitioning and inspecting materials as neededAnalyzing production data and operational challenges to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performanceTroubleshooting and resolving operational, equipment, and personnel issues; supporting employees in problem-solving effortsCollaborating with Maintenance, Quality, and other departments to ensure coordinated and efficient plant operationsEnsuring completion of all required employee training, including safety training, JSAs, and job-specific instructionConducting regular safety audits and observations to identify hazards and enforce compliance with all safety standardsAdministering discipline and addressing employee performance or attendance issues in accordance with company policyDriving continuous improvement initiatives and recommending enhancements to processes, equipment, and working conditionsFostering employee engagement by motivating teams, promoting accountability, and supporting a collaborative work environmentPerforming or assisting with hands-on production tasks as needed to support operations and meet production goalsCommunicating expectations, updates, and policies clearly to employees and ensuring understanding of work instructions and proceduresCoordinating with other supervisors and departments to align production activities across the facilityPerforming other duties as assigned to support overall plant operationsCompetencies:Adaptability: Ability to adjust to organizational needs, including learning new roles, adapting to shift changes on short notice, and embracing new challenges.Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication and teamwork skills to foster a supportive, cooperative, and results-oriented work environment.Quality Focus: Attention to detail in all aspects of production, ensuring continued excellence in output and processes.Safety Awareness: Commitment to adhering to all safety guidelines and policies to protect the health and well-being of all workers.Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively across different job roles to build morale and drive commitment toward common goals.This position requires a hands-on leader who can maintain efficiency, ensure compliance, and foster a safe and productive work environment.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent experience.Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.Previous experience in a heavy industrial or foundry environment strongly preferred.Ability to work in harsh conditions, including high heat, outdoor exposure, and physically demanding environments.Experience supervising employees performing labor-intensive work.Strong knowledge of industrial safety practices (lockout/tagout, safety audits, JSA).Strong computer skills with the ability to maintain production and quality records.McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices.

McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.McWane Ductile is a Drug and Alcohol-Free work environment. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and physical.