What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Supervisor - Second Shift position at Winholt Equipment Group?
Production Supervisor
Location: Grand Prairie, TX
Department: Second Shift Stainless Steel
About Winholt Equipment Corp:
For over 79 years, Winholt Equipment Corp has been a trusted leader in the custom design and manufacturing of food handling and preparation equipment for the food service industry. We pride ourselves on our ability to meet evolving customer needs through innovative engineering, product development, and efficient distribution.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Second Shift Production Supervisor to lead and oversee operations within our Stainless-Steel Department. This role will supervise a small team of production associates, ensuring that daily priorities are met safely, efficiently, and with high quality standards. The position requires strong supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, with the ability to guide, train, and support team members while maintaining workflow and productivity. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced setting and is committed to associate development, safety, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise second shift production team in stainless steel.
- Lead daily production meetings and communicate shift priorities.
- Ensure safety, quality, and productivity standards are met.
- Assign and monitor workloads, adjusting resources as needed.
- Collaborate with day shift supervisors to ensure smooth handoffs and continuity.
- Partner with HR on staffing, performance management, and training.
- Track production performance using KPIs and metrics.
- Mentor, coach, and develop employees, identifying leadership potential.
- Enforce attendance and punctuality standards, addressing issues promptly.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and safety.
- Monitor and maintain compliance with safety policies and PPE requirements.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3β5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills.
- Familiarity with metal fabrication or related industries preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook).
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
- Demonstrated ability to manage priorities and resolve conflicts effectively.
What We Offer:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
- 401K with matching
- Life Insurance, AD&D & LTD
- Paid Time Off
- Annual Bonus
Physical Requirements:
- Required to stand, walk and sit; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms.
- Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
- Able to wear required PPE such as eye protection and protective clothing
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Winholt Equipment Corp is an Equal Opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, parental status, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, arrest or conviction record, immigration or citizenship status, caregiver status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We also provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs. Winholt Equipment Corp conforms to the spirit and letter of all applicable laws and regulations.