Production Supervisor, Rolling & Finishing

Orion Steel Group•Pueblo, CO

3d•$90,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

At CF&I Steel, L.P., our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees. Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is seeking a Production Supervisor - Rolling & Finishing Operations for our facility in Pueblo, Colorado. This position provides the opportunity to lead a highly skilled workforce in the production, rolling, processing, and finishing of steel products while ensuring safe, efficient, and quality-driven operations. The Production Supervisor will work closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety teams to meet production goals, optimize mill performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment. It is required for all jobs.

Requirements

Three years of steel manufacturing experience
One year of front-line supervisory or team leader experience managing cross-functional teams
Knowledge and experience with rolling of rail or special sections, sawing and gag press operations, process troubleshooting, and material flow logistics
High mechanical aptitude
Proven ability to professionally communicate, in written and verbal forms
Functional knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint
Proven ability to organize and motivate production teams for safe, high-quality results and maximum productivity
Strong time management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
Strong leadership and management skills to oversee and motivate teams effectively.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and improve overall efficiency.
Familiarity with health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to address challenges and improve processes.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and handle high-pressure situations.
Knowledge of supply chain management and inventory control to optimize material flow.
Proven track record of achieving operational goals and targets.
Functional knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to organize, time management, and motivate production teams for safe, high-quality results and maximum productivity.
Ability to professionally communicate both in writing and orally with all levels of personnel
Ability to interact with all levels of personnel and communicate professionally in written and verbal form
Must be available to be on call and assist personnel in times of emergency and business needs
Valid Drivers License

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent, preferred
Three years of rail or special section finishing experience or rail rolling experience, preferred
Experience with database development, statistical process control, process control and automation technologies, and lean manufacturing principles, preferred
Experience with Oracle quality and production modules and Oracle 11i requisitioning, preferred

Responsibilities

Lead rail rolling and/or finishing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality rail products.
Conduct shift safety meetings, perform safe job observations, and enforce compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
Utilize LEAN Manufacturing tools and continuous improvement principles to improve safety, quality, productivity, yield, and throughput.
Supervise, coach, train, and develop employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and engagement.
Monitor daily production performance, manage delays, and coordinate corrective actions to meet operational targets.
Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, improve equipment reliability, and optimize process performance.
Ensure compliance with product specifications, quality requirements, and heat traceability documentation.
Schedule and manage workforce assignments to support production demands, employee training, and operational efficiency.
Administer labor relations activities, including maintaining knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, issuing Improvement Action Reports (IARs), and processing grievances.
Maintain KRONOS by reviewing, editing, and approving employee timecards daily, while ensuring accurate production and shift records.