Boyd Thermal by Eaton Production Supervisor

Boyd•Niagara Falls, NY

2d•$80,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for motivating, leading, and coordinating production employees to safely produce quality products. This role is fully accountable for safety, quality, delivery, and execution within the assigned production area, including ownership of the daily production schedule, workforce performance, training compliance, and equipment readiness. Supervisors are expected to lead from the floor, enforce standards consistently, and ensure work is executed safely, correctly, and on time. Boyd Thermal's Niagara Falls, NY location specializes in handcrafting precise thermal solutions for aerospace and defense customers. This position is responsible for 1st shift operations (7am-3pm).

Requirements

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or equivalent work experience required
Minimum of 3+ years of manufacturing supervisory or similar leadership experience
Proven ability to lead teams, enforce standards, and drive operational performance
Must be willing to work hours required to support operations, including coverage of primary shift and weekends when needed
All positions require use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms regulations. All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Candidate will not need sponsorship now or in the future.
No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles/80 kilometers) of the Location facility will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Ability to read and interpret company rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures, blueprints, and technical documentation; proficient in the use of precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers
Strong knowledge of machining, welding, and assembly processes
Excellent leadership, team‑building, coaching, and communication skills (interpersonal, written, and oral)
Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, draw valid conclusions, and execute with attention to detail and urgency in a fast‑paced environment
Proficient computer skills, including employee management systems (Workday), Microsoft Office, and Excel
Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and accurate recordkeeping

Responsibilities

Provide direct supervision to manufacturing employees, including work assignment, floor oversight, and coverage
Own daily production execution, schedule attainment, and on time delivery commitments
Monitor production progress in real time, maintain accurate work order status, and take immediate corrective action to resolve delays
Manage employee timekeeping (vacation requests, timecard approvals)
Ensure appropriate staffing, coverage, and workforce management to meet operational requirements
Enforce all safety policies and procedures without exception and address unsafe behavior immediately
Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as customer and company standards and policies
Own employee training, cross training, and qualification requirements to support flexibility and performance
Maintain training records, certifications, and attendance documentation
Conduct performance appraisals and provide ongoing, direct feedback to employees
Identify and resolve employee relations and performance issues and areas of opportunity
Administer progressive discipline related to attendance, performance, and policy compliance, up to and including termination
Reinforce standard work and strict process discipline across all operations, including machining, welding, brazing, furnace operations, assembly, chem line, and other functions within the facility
Partner with Quality and Engineering to support containment, identify root cause/corrective action, and proactively drive process improvements
Ensure equipment readiness and confirm preventative maintenance activities are completed as scheduled
Escalate and follow through on equipment and operational issues until resolution
Coordinate cross functionally with Scheduling, Purchasing, Logistics, Engineering, and Human Resources
Lead daily communication of priorities, expectations, and results
Accountable for departmental performance and achievement of production, safety, and quality objectives
Provide feedback to management and recommend process improvements to drive continuous improvement
Perform other duties as assigned