Van-Am Tool & Engineering is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead daily manufacturing operations in a fast-paced metal fabrication environment. This role is responsible for driving safe, efficient, and high-quality production while meeting schedule and delivery commitments.
Production Supervisors at Van-Am are accountable for successfully running assigned production areas, which includes Paint, Welding, and Tool Room operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who understands manufacturing flow, people management, and operational discipline.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise hourly production employees to meet safety, quality, productivity, and delivery goals
Plan and execute daily production schedules; adjust resources to address changing priorities
Enforce safety standards, housekeeping, and company policies
Ensure work is performed to engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements
Monitor productivity, scrap, rework, and downtime; take corrective action as needed
Coordinate with Scheduling, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Materials to resolve production issues
Train, coach, and develop employees; provide clear expectations and timely feedback
Address attendance, performance, and conduct issues consistently and professionally
Support continuous improvement initiatives and standard work practices
Maintain accurate production reporting and shift communication
Qualifications
3–5 years of supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong working knowledge of production operations and labor management
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
Experience in an ISO or AS9100 quality environment strongly preferred
Effective communicator with strong leadership and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a hands-on, shop-floor leadership role
Van-Am offers a stable manufacturing environment, competitive pay, and the opportunity to make a direct impact on operational performance.
As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Tool & Engineering is required to maintain a drug-free workplace under the Drug-Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization.
Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential. A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant.
Van-Am is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.