Production Supervisor

MetalEx USA

Libertyville, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Auditing, Best Practices, Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), English Language, Establish Priorities, ISO 9001, Insurance, Inventory Management, Komatsu Equipment, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, OSHA, Operations Management, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Management, Production Schedule, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, SAP, Safety Standards, Shipping Operations, Spanish Language, Warehousing
LOCATION
Libertyville, IL
POSTED
12 days ago

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality and safety standards.
  • Monitor equipment performance and coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime.
  • Train, coach, and evaluate team members to build a high-performing workforce.
  • Enforce safety protocols and conduct regular safety audits and meetings.
  • Maintain accurate production records, reports, and documentation.
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and logistics teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
  • Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing).
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Position Requirements

  • 5+ years in Steel Operations background.
  • 3+ years’ experience in fast-paced production operations and management, order fulfillment, and inventory management.
  • 1+ years’ experience as a leader/manager.
  • Strong knowledge of warehouse, inventory, and shipping operations methods and practices.
  • Excellent communication skills, fluent in both English and Spanish is preferable.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Inventory (SAP) software.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to problem solve, multitask, prioritize, and delegate.
  • Strict attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
  • Responsible, ethical, honest, positive, upbeat, and approachable.
  • Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety best practices.
  • Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement training

Benefits:

Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Life Insurance, Paid Sick Time, Vacation, Paid Holidays

You should be proficient in:

  • Leadership / People Management
  • Time Study Analysis
  • Language: Spanish
  • Supervisory Experience
  • Production Optimization
  • Kaizen
  • Warehouse Experience
  • Distribution Experience
  • Lean Manufacturing Principles
  • ISO 9001 Certification Experience
  • ERP & MRP Systems
  • Inventory Management & Control

Machines & technologies you'll use:

  • Stamping Press (Minster, Komatsu)
  • ERP Software

About the Company

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MetalEx USA