Production Supervisor

Job Title: Production Supervisor

Job Type: Exempt

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Orange, MA

Employment Type: Full-time, Regular

Reports To: Director of operations

Job Overview:

The Production Supervisor is responsible for overseeing production teams and ensuring that fabrication,

welding, machining, assembly, and coating processes are carried out safely, efficiently, and in compliance with

quality standards. This role plays a key part in executing production plans, supporting team development, and

driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily production activities and lead a team of skilled workers, ensuring, (SQDCIP), safety,

quality, delivery, cost, inventory and productivity goals are achieved.

• Assign work according to production schedules and adjust labor/resources as needed to meet deadlines.

• Monitor workflow and provide hands-on support to resolve bottlenecks, equipment issues, or quality

concerns.

• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, PPE use, and OSHA regulations; foster a strong safety

culture.

• Train, coach, and evaluate team members; promote cross-training and employee development.

• Enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality control measures.

• Collaborate with engineering, planning, quality, and maintenance teams to support smooth production

flow.

• Track and report daily performance metrics such as output, scrap, downtime, and attendance.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including Lean Manufacturing and 5S.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.

• Execute and maintain initiatives to ensure compliance with Safety and OSHA regulations and policies.

• Promote and sustain safety programs.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or technical degree preferred.

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in manufacturing environment with at least 3 years in supervisory

role, preferably with metal fabrication or custom products.

• Strong leadership and team-building skills with a hands-on approach.

• Familiarity with fabrication, welding, machining, and/or coatings processes.

• Working knowledge of safety standards and manufacturing best practices.

• Ability to read technical drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.

• Competency with ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling tools.

• Competency with CAD software, (Solidworks, Auto CAD), and CNC Programming.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Willingness to work flexible hours and shifts as required.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a job-shop or make-to-order production environment.

• Lean Manufacturing or supervisory training certifications.

• Working knowledge of ASME, AWS, AISC and ISO9001.

Salary range based on experience: 75 - 95K per year.

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The above is not an exhaustive list of duties, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as

necessitated by your supervisor and the overall business objectives of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person