1st shift Production Supervisor-Press Room
About The Position
A.J. Rose Manufacturing Company is seeking a Progressive & Transfer Stamping Press Supervisor to lead its first-shift press department in Avon, Ohio. The supervisor oversees daily stamping department operations to achieve production goals, quality expectations, safety requirements, and employee development objectives. This hands-on leader guides press operators, setup personnel, and support staff while fostering an engaged workplace grounded in accountability, safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement. The position involves coordinating production activities, monitoring staffing and performance indicators, supporting quality and corrective actions, and collaborating with other departments to address production challenges. The successful candidate is visible on the production floor, coaches and develops employees, and balances results with employee success and retention.
Requirements
- Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, develop, and retain employees.
- Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
- Demonstrated success building high-performing teams.
- Ability to balance production demands with employee engagement and development.
- Knowledge of manufacturing safety practices and quality systems.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- People-first approach to coaching and mentoring employees.
- Ability to be visible and actively engaged with team members on the production floor.
- Fair, consistent, and approachable leadership style.
- Commitment to developing employee skills and advancing careers.
- Focus on a safe, positive, and productive work environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with progressive and transfer stamping operations is strongly preferred.
- Additional technical or leadership training is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop press operators and setup personnel.
- Foster respect, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Provide employee feedback, performance coaching, and recognition.
- Train and mentor employees to improve technical skills, safety awareness, and performance.
- Manage employee relations issues and promote positive morale and engagement.
- Coordinate daily production activities to meet customer schedules and delivery requirements.
- Monitor staffing levels and work assignments to maximize efficiency and productivity.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
- Drive quality initiatives and support corrective actions when issues arise.
- Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Tool Room, Engineering, and Production Planning teams to resolve production challenges.
- Monitor safety, quality, productivity, attendance, and scrap indicators.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, waste reduction, and employee involvement.
- Assist with hiring, onboarding, and performance management.
- Maintain accurate production, attendance, and performance records.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Career development opportunities
- Competitive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
