Jobs · Management · South Carolina

Production Supervisor -1st Shift

Trane Technologies · Newberry, SC · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time

About the role

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for overall performance of the team, focusing on safety, quality, cost, time, and output.
  • Supervise materials usage to ensure a smooth production flow.
  • Support ongoing plant programs and goals by identifying opportunities for process improvements.
  • Collaborate with other department supervisors/leaders in Operations, Quality, HR, Finance, Materials, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement.
  • Regularly communicate goals and plant-wide initiatives with the leadership team and all members.
  • Engage in training, development, and fostering positive employee relations.

Requirements

  • H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
  • Previous manufacturing supervisory or leadership experience.
  • Excellent problem solving and conflict management skills.
  • Effective communication skills that demonstrate a supportive team member.
  • Safety Sensitive Role: Yes (the company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive; may require additional drug screening).

Skills

  • ADAPTABILITY: Managing conflicting demands, shifting priorities based on production needs, and adjusting plans to maintain efficiency and quality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • COACHING: Providing guidance and feedback to production associates, helping them improve performance through training and development initiatives and having performance improvement conversations.
  • COMMUNICATION: Communicating updates, ensuring smooth production operations, and serving as a link between leadership and production teams for critical decision‑making.
  • CRITICAL THINKING: Evaluating alternative solutions during process

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