What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Operations Supervisor Trainee — Roller Manufacturing position at American Roller?
Location: Rock Hill, SC
Pay: $60,000–$70,000 base structured increases every 3–6 months aligned to program progress
Role at a glance
Founded in 1938, American Roller Company is a leader in industrial rollers and coatings. Guided by the American Roller Way—safety, quality, innovation, and people development—we operate facilities across the U.S. and invest in long-term career growth.
Program outcomes (≈ 12 months)
Pay: $60,000–$70,000 base structured increases every 3–6 months aligned to program progress
Role at a glance
- Hands-on leadership pathway into a Rubber Value Stream / Production Supervisor role
- Designed for shop-floor talent with machining experience who are ready to lead people
- Not entry-level and not desk-only—expect to operate equipment and direct work daily
Founded in 1938, American Roller Company is a leader in industrial rollers and coatings. Guided by the American Roller Way—safety, quality, innovation, and people development—we operate facilities across the U.S. and invest in long-term career growth.
Program outcomes (≈ 12 months)
- Step into a Rubber Value Stream Supervisor / Production Manager role
- Own safety, quality, delivery, cost, and team leadership
- Continue on a defined leadership pipeline
- Operate lathes, grinders, and rubber processing equipment
- Absorb production workflows, standards, and quality expectations
- Understand scheduling logic, material flow, and customer requirements
- Act as a floor leader and primary point of contact
- Assign work, support setups, and troubleshoot issues
- Model a safety-first culture and ensure conformance to spec
- Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve problems
- Manage labor, workflow, and daily priorities
- Coach team members; participate in performance conversations
- Support continuous improvement—Lean experience not required; we provide training
- Manufacturing & Machining: Hands-on machine experience (lathes, grinders, similar) OR a 2-year technical degree in machining/manufacturing or related field; practical understanding of the production floor
- Leadership: Prior lead, trainer, or informal supervisor background; proven ability to give direction, hold others accountable, and communicate clearly
- Mindset: Floor-first, curious, growth-oriented; strong work ethic and professionalism; comfortable leading shoulder-to-shoulder with operators
- Structured pay progression every 3–6 months
- Real influence on safety, quality, delivery, and cost
- Long-term growth with a company known for developing leaders
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000