What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor position at Valmont Industries?
2 Donalds Avenue LAUNCESTON Tasmania 7250
About Us
At Valmont, we create vital infrastructure that helps keep our roadways safer, connects communities and enables a more resilient and reliable power grid. Our work in renewable energy helps generate cleaner, more sustainable power. And we increase agricultural productivity by helping growers produce more with less. In short, our work makes life better.
Our Valmont Coatings division is the industry leader in hot-dip galvanizing and applied coating services. Our rapid expansion has grown to include over 35 coatings facilities in 7 countries, and our services provide protection for a variety of products, bolstering durability, lifespan and aesthetic value.
How you will contribute
We are currently seeking a Production Supervisor to join our Valmont Coatings division in Prospect Vale on a full-time permanent basis. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading the safety, quality and production of operations for all areas within the galvanizing plant.
Your key responsibilities will include;
- Lead the production schedule to meet DIFOT KPIs, customer turnaround times, and ensure efficient throughput while minimizing downtime through proactive maintenance coordination.
- Manage production process control, including sampling, analysis, and adjustments. Oversee galvanizing quality to minimize post-process dressing and ensure QA systems compliance through operator training.
- Coordinate with Operations, Sales, and Customer Service teams to meet customer delivery, quality, and design expectations.
- Enforce safe work practices, investigate incidents and near-misses, and ensure all safety and environmental events are reported in the business system.
- Support operator performance management, timekeeping, and conduct disciplinary actions where needed. Train staff in quality and safety procedures.
- Ensure routine tasks such as bath monitoring, production recording, and schedule adherence are executed accurately and consistently.
- Monitor labor and consumable usage, recommending cost-saving initiatives and ensuring waste is minimized.
- Act as interim Operations Manager when required, maintaining safety and production continuity.
About you
- Proven proactive leadership with the ability to lead teams to strong results
- Practical understanding of manufacturing processes; galvanizing experience highly regarded
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport across all business levels
- Effective time management and ability to handle conflicting priorities
- Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency
- Knowledge of safety, quality, and environmental compliance in industrial settings
Why Valmont Industries?
- Rewards & Benefits – Valmont Australia employees enjoy access to exclusive company benefits that including Discounted Private Health Insurance, Competitive Novated Lease options (remove for wage roles) and staff discounts on range of retail products.
- Global Opportunity - We have 87 facilities and do business in over 100 countries. That’s how Valmont can offer opportunities that are as vast as the planet itself.
- Culture - Valmont employees spanning generations have benefitted from our commitment to work/life balance and a family-first operating philosophy.
To apply, please include your resume and cover letter in your application.
When you join our team, you become part of a passionate group dedicated to changing lives and conserving resources around the globe. Our products and services make a difference. Join us, and BUILD YOUR WORLD.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including a medical.
Valmont is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
