About our Organization:
Plymold is a 100% Employee-Owned Company. We specialize in metal frame furniture and fixtures for demanding environments.
We value caring relationships. We forge caring relationships with each other, with our business partners, and the communities we work in.
We are dedicated to delivering on the commitments we make to each other, our customers, and our partners.
We ingeniously solve problems by developing creative solutions to business and manufacturing challenges.
We require quality in everything we do. Quality means performing to agreed-upon specifications each and every time.
Job Summary
The Production Supervisor – Metal Fab/Paint Line is responsible for leading daily operations within the metal fabrication and finishing areas, including welding, forming, and paint processes. This role ensures production goals are met safely, efficiently, and with high quality while supporting employee-owners and reinforcing a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Supervise daily operations of the metal shop and paint line
Ensure production targets, quality standards, and on-time delivery requirements are met
Monitor work orders, material flow, and bottlenecks
Partner with Production Control/Scheduler to prioritize work
Drive productivity improvements and reduce downtime
Lead, coach, and develop team members
Provide clear expectations and accountability
Conduct performance feedback and coaching
Support training and cross-training (including flex operators)
Foster a positive and team-oriented work environment
Ensure adherence to quality standards
Identify and address root causes of defects
Support lean manufacturing initiatives
Promote standard work and continuous improvement
Enforce safety policies and procedures
Ensure proper use of PPE
Partner with Safety to address hazards
Maintain OSHA and company compliance
Communicate daily priorities and updates
Collaborate with other departments
Escalate risks through At-Risk Reporting
Maintain accurate production and labor reporting
3–5+ years of manufacturing experience in metal fabrication
Supervisory or lead experience
Experience with welding, forming, or paint line operations
Strong understanding of production flow
Ability to lead teams and drive results
Experience with powder coating or industrial paint systems
Knowledge of lean manufacturing
Experience with ERP systems
Bilingual is a plus
Leadership and accountability
Problem-solving and decision-making
Communication and teamwork
Time management
Continuous improvement mindset
Physical Demands
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods.
Occasional lifting to 50 pounds.
Full use of arms and hands for operational activities.
Ability to communicate and maintain safety awareness.
Work Environment
Work is performed in both office and manufacturing settings with exposure to dust, noise, temperature fluctuations, and equipment. Required PPE must be worn on the production floor.
Travel: Infrequent travel to satellite facilities, vendor locations, customer sites, and industry partners may be required.
Disclaimer
The duties of this position may change from time to time. Plymold reserves the right to add or delete duties at its discretion