2nd Shift Production Supervisor - Weld & Grind

Life FitnessRamsey, MN
Onsite

About The Position

Join us as we empower the world to work out, creating healthier lives together. Weld & Grind Supervisor Job Purpose Are you a hands-on leader who enjoys developing people, solving problems, and driving results? As our Weld & Grind Supervisor, you will lead a team of skilled manufacturing teammates while partnering closely with supervisors across multiple shifts to ensure a safe, productive, and quality-focused operation. This role is responsible for creating an environment where safety comes first, people are developed, quality is non-negotiable, and continuous improvement is part of the daily routine. You'll play a key role in helping the team meet customer expectations while building a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Requirements

  • 2–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • 2–5 years of welding and/or grinding experience.
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret specifications, blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
  • Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Experience developing Standard Work and leading process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Champion a culture where safety is the top priority every day.
  • Train, coach, and hold teammates accountable to all safety policies and procedures.
  • Serve as an active member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and/or Safety Committee.
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve Standard Work related to safe work practices.
  • Identify and address potential safety concerns before they become incidents.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of welders and grinders to reach their full potential.
  • Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable work environment.
  • Train and reinforce company policies, procedures, and expectations.
  • Motivate teammates to achieve departmental goals while supporting engagement and teamwork.
  • Analyze and resolve workflow challenges, removing barriers that impact performance.
  • Serve as the primary trainer for the Level 4 Board process.
  • Develop and implement Standard Work that drives consistency and efficiency.
  • Ensure products consistently meet customer and company quality standards.
  • Train and coach teammates on quality requirements and best practices.
  • Verify product conformance to specifications and direct machine setup adjustments as needed.
  • Develop and maintain Standard Work that supports first-time quality and continuous improvement.
  • Coordinate departmental activities to meet production schedules and customer commitments.
  • Estimate, requisition, and verify required materials and resources.
  • Partner with supervisors and support teams across shifts to ensure smooth operations and communication.
  • Proactively address production issues and adjust priorities as needed to maintain schedule adherence.
  • Drive efficient use of labor, materials, and equipment.
  • Train and enforce established work procedures and production methods.
  • Develop and implement Standard Work that improves productivity and reduces waste.
  • Lead departmental Continuous Improvement meetings and encourage team participation in problem-solving and process improvement initiatives.
  • Support production operations by performing work alongside team members when needed.
  • Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • competitive pay
  • a 401(k) savings plan with 4% employer match
  • medical, dental and vision insurance
  • parental, medical and military leaves of absence
  • paid time off
  • 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year
  • paid vacation days beginning at 13 days annually
  • paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws
  • company paid short-term disability
  • optional long-term disability
  • health savings account
  • health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
  • employee and dependent life insurance
  • supplemental life and AD&D insurance
  • hospital indemnity
  • identity protection
  • legal services
  • adoption assistance
  • tuition assistance
  • commuter benefits
  • employee discounts
  • an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions
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