What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Supervisor position at Steel & O'Brien Manufacturing?
Pay Range: $27-34/hr
Position Summary:
The Operations Floor Supervisor oversees day-to-day production activities on the shop floor to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing of stainless-steel fittings and components. This role supervises workflow, upholds quality and regulatory standards, develops and supports team members, and maintains a positive, productive, and safe working environment.
Job Duties:
- Coordinate and prioritize daily production schedules; ensure proper sequencing of work, monitor progress, and track productivity throughout the shift.
- Ensure adherence to SOP, ISO, AS, and internal quality requirements; partner with Quality Control to uphold stainless steel fabrication, inspection, and laser etching standards.
- Support and participate in root-cause analysis to resolve production issues and prevent reoccurrence.
- Enforce OSHA and facility safety protocols; maintain a strong safety culture through training, PPE compliance, hazard identification, toolbox talks, and incident review.
- Provide hands-on leadership and coaching to production employees; promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive culture.
- Support onboarding and new hire training.
- Monitor material flow and ensure availability of components, tools, and supplies.
- Collaborate with Maintenance to report and resolve equipment issues.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
- Maintain accurate production records, logs, safety documentation, and reports.
- Participate in meetings, audits, and cross-department coordination.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 3 years manufacturing experience.
- Knowledge of fabrication, machining, welding, and/or assembly.
- Blueprint reading.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
- Multi area production knowledge.
- Physical capability to perform essential job functions.
Physical Requirements:
- Standing and walking for long periods.
- Lifting 25 50 lbs.
- Bending/stooping.
- Navigating a manufacturing environment safely.
- Using tools and equipment.
Preferred:
- Experience in sanitary fittings or stainless-steel manufacturing.
- Leadership experience.
- Experience in regulated environments (Lean/GMP/ISO/FDA). Stainless fabrication experience.
- ERP/Microsoft skills.
- Machining/welding familiarity.
Culture Expectations:
- Foster a collaborative, positive work environment with clear and respectful communication.
- Drive cross functional improvements that enhance efficiency and product quality.
- Listen respectfully to concerns and ideas.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Embody company values: Integrity, Trust, Creativity and Courage, Teamwork, Excellence.
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing environment.
- Standing, walking, lifting for extended periods.
- Exposure to noise and varying temperatures.
- Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. PPE required.
Attendance Requirements
Regular, reliable, consistent attendance is mandatory. Must work assigned schedules including overtime or weekends when needed. Accommodations Reasonable accommodations may be requested under the ADA or applicable law to perform essential job functions. Requests may be made during the interview process
Salary : $27 - $34