Job Description

Description

Location: Galion, Ohio (On site)

Hours: 1st Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, hours may vary

Position Summary

Tramec Sloan in Galion, OH, is seeking an experienced, hands-on Production Assembly Supervisor to lead our assembly operations. 

We are looking for a strong leader who can effectively manage employees, coordinate daily production activities, resolve conflicts, and drive improvements in productivity, quality, and efficiency.

This is a hands-on supervisory position that requires spending the majority of the workday on the production floor, actively directing, training, and working alongside employees to achieve department goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage production employees, including performance management, conflict resolution, coaching, and accountability.
• Review production schedules, establish daily priorities, and assign employees to machines and workstations to maximize productivity.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs), including production efficiency, labor utilization, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Conduct regular shop floor meetings to communicate production goals, safety concerns, quality expectations, and department performance.
• Provide hands-on training and support while maintaining an active presence on the production floor.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities, process improvements, and solutions to production challenges.
• Ensure employees follow established safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies.
• Address daily operational issues and make timely decisions to support efficient production operations.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

· Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment.

· Proven experience managing employees, resolving conflicts, and addressing performance issues.

· Ability to interpret production schedules, prioritize workloads, and effectively manage labor resources.

· Experience monitoring manufacturing KPIs and driving measurable improvements.

· Strong communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to confidently lead employee meetings and provide effective training.

· Hands-on leadership approach with a willingness to work directly with production employees.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience in manufacturing assembly operations.

· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or continuous improvement practices.

· Experience with ERP systems and production reporting.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a confident, proactive leader who leads by example, holds employees accountable, and takes ownership of department performance. We are looking for someone who is comfortable making decisions, managing people, and continuously identifying opportunities to improve operations..

If you are an experienced manufacturing leader who enjoys being involved in daily production and developing a successful team, we encourage you to apply. 

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE: 

Along with competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, finances, and work-life balance, including:

• Up to $2,000 annual bonus through our Perfect Attendance Program
• $500 employee referral bonus
• Medical & prescription coverage, including a high-cost specialty drug program (potential for $0 cost)
• Surgery & imaging program (potential for $0 cost)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-matched 401(k)
• Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays (including your birthday)
• On-demand pay (any day can be payday)
• Gym membership credit
• Short- and long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement and internal training opportunities
• Plus much more!

Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Tramec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law. At this time, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this position. We appreciate your understanding