Manufacturing Supervisor - Metals Fabrication and Welding - 2nd shift

Atkore•Cartersville, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Atkore is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor based at its Cartersville, Georgia plant to oversee second-shift Metals Fabrication and Welding operations. Reporting to the Production Manager, this role manages shop-floor functions to improve operational performance. The supervisor leads hourly manufacturing team members, coordinates production activities, supports on-time delivery, maintains operating data and performance metrics, and drives continuous improvement. Experience in lean manufacturing or a business system-based company is a plus. The role includes an initial development plan: within three months, the supervisor is expected to complete the Atkore immersion program and learn the team, strategy, and training materials. Within six months, the supervisor will update training materials and procedures and partner with Safety and HR on investigations and corrective actions. Within twelve months, the supervisor is expected to manage an efficient team, maintain reports and documentation, hold performance conversations, and resolve issues quickly and safely.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or at least 5 years of relevant work experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Functional knowledge of general Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and business processes.
Ability to work under minimal supervision, plan workload, and establish work priorities.
Ability to communicate effectively and comfortably with all organizational levels, both verbally and in writing.
Flexibility in shift scheduling, including overtime and weekends, when supervision is required.
Demonstrate Atkore Core Values: Accountability, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Six Sigma or Lean principles.
AS400 and/or JD Edwards ERP experience.
Six Sigma or Lean Management experience.
Experience in powered-press, plating, and/or manual packing and picking operations.
Manufacturing experience.
Experience in lean manufacturing or a business system-based company.

Responsibilities

Supervise hourly manufacturing team members.
Schedule and assign work tasks to meet production goals and objectives.
Create and modify standardized work and ensure consistent application by all team members.
Provide technical expertise in all areas of responsibility.
Ensure products are prepared according to requirements and are ready for on-time delivery.
Maintain the ERP system and develop and maintain master data.
Coordinate Planning, Scheduling, and Operations to achieve KPI goals.
Maintain and be accountable for KPI reporting and participate in Lean Daily Management activities.
Track delivery metrics daily, weekly, and monthly to support strong customer service.
Identify and execute improvement opportunities through Kaizen and team-planning participation.
Partner with EHS and/or HR to investigate, resolve, and provide corrective measures for accidents, injuries, production issues, and personnel issues.
Uphold and enforce company policies, procedures, and housekeeping practices.
Maintain consistent and fair labor relations.
Facilitate a work environment that encourages teamwork and promotes high self-esteem and winning attitudes.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Complete the Atkore immersion program and develop an understanding of the company strategy, team, and team-owned training materials and procedures.
Update training materials and procedures and partner with Safety and HR on investigations and corrective measures.
Strengthen the team’s commitment to Atkore’s core values.
Create and update reports, training materials, and documentation; hold performance conversations with direct reports; and resolve issues quickly and safely.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Other compensation may include overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.