Production Supervisor - Press Operation

The Production Supervisor of Press Operation is directly involved in and performs daily manufacturing operations while leading, mentoring, and supervising the production team. This role requires hands‑on engagement with fabrication, assembly, maintenance, inventory, and stamping press operations. The supervisor coordinates workflows, manages staff performance, and oversees specialized direct reports, including Punch Press Operators and Tool & Die. Based in Mansfield, Ohio, this full‑time position reports to the Production Manager.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to con‑form to the following:

• Represent the company with respect by conducting business in a professional and ethical manner
• Interact professionally and respectfully with customers, suppliers, and other employees
• Complete assigned work in compliance with policies and procedures, and within deadlines, with or without direct supervision; when required, record and maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed
• Apply job knowledge and safety and quality training in all aspects of work
• Closely adhere to safety and security standards and procedures
• Work effectively as a team contributor and, work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
• Provide world‑class customer service and customer‑facing skills
• "This position requires access to, or development of, technology or technical data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The successful candidate must be a  U.S. Person  as defined by the ITAR (22 C.F.R. § 120.62) or be able to obtain the appropriate U.S. government authorization (export license) to access such technology or technical data.
  
  U.S. Person status is required for this position."

"U.S. Person definition: A U.S. Person includes a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident alien (Green Card holder), a refugee, or a person granted asylum"

• Oversee scheduling, workflows, and manufacturing processes for efficiency, productivity, and quality to meet customer expectations and render on‑time deliveries.
• Ensure adequate staffing for production needs; directly manage, support, and schedule production, welding, punch press, and tool & die staff while maintaining good relations.
• Provide training, technical support, direction, and guidance to subordinate personnel to assist with job skill development and ensure cross‑training on equipment.
• Resolve operational problems, troubleshoot workflow bottlenecks, and take swift corrective actions.

• Supervise the setup and operation of heavy equipment, including hydraulic/punch presses, squaring shears, feeders, and spot welders.
• Oversee tool and die operations, ensuring fixtures, stamping dies, and coils are set up properly, tested, and repaired to meet exact engineering specifications and tolerances.
• Guide operators and makers in interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and data specifications.
• Perform production, maintenance, and setup services alongside the team as needed.

• Order production‑related parts, tooling, raw materials, and supplies as needed to prevent downtime.
• Record production activities, labor hours, and manage inventory control in the ERP system.
• Maintain comprehensive environmental records for compliance with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Support quality and safety initiatives, overseeing housekeeping and 5S efforts…