Sheet Metal Department Supervisor

Job description:
DIRECT Hire Only. No Recruiters. No Phone Calls

Date posted: January 16, 2026

Pay: Salaried Position - From: $70,000 - $90,000

Sheet Metal Department Supervisor

Full-Time, Salaried, Monday-Friday (8 hours per day)

Schaumburg, IL.

H3 Manufacturing is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider specializing in precision machining, laser cutting, sheet metal fabrication, complex welding, assembly, surface finishing, painting, and powder coating. With four state-of-the-art facilities spanning 225,000 square feet with locations in Illinois and North Carolina, we serve high-spec markets including power generation, healthcare, electrical power distribution, aerospace and defense, life sciences, and more.

The Sheet Metal Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations related to the fabrication of sheet metal that will be used for production of parts for H3 Manufacturing’s customer base. This role ensures production schedules are met, inventory is accurately managed, and projects are executed efficiently while maintaining quality, safety, and customer delivery commitments. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong supervisory experience who can adapt to changing priorities and effectively coach and lead a team of skilled trades professionals.

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of sheet metal manufacturing operations, including processing of hot rolled and cold rolled steel up to 1" thick.
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize jobs to meet customer deadlines while maximizing productivity and equipment utilization.
• Monitor workflow and adjust schedules as needed to respond to changing timelines, rush orders, and production challenges.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods to ensure accuracy and availability while minimizing waste.
• Oversee and manage manufacturing-related projects as they arise, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and cost objectives are met.
• Lead, coach, and support a team of skilled trades professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Train employees on proper procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, purchasing, and sales teams to support production goals and customer requirements.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, efficiency gains, and cost reductions.
• Responsible for quality of product(s) leaving the department. Must be the “go to person” for quality issues within the Sheet Metal Department.
• Communicate labor issues to Manufacturing Manager and Human Resources as soon as possible.

• Several years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within sheet metal or steel fabrication.
• Proven ability to effectively schedule production jobs and manage competing priorities.
• Experience with inventory management and ERP systems;
  Epicor experience is a plus

• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop skilled trades employees.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production timelines and business needs.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and steel materials.

• Requires standing, walking, and occasional lifting in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Retirement plan 401(k) with 401(k) match
• Healthcare, Dental & Vision insurance
• Flexible spending account or Health savings account option
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

This position requires ITAR compliance and may involve access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Sponsorship is not available now nor in the future.

Applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR.

H3 Manufacturing Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should email