Production Supervisor - Metal Finising/Plating- 1st Shift

Location: Avtec Finishing – New Hope, Minnesota

Schedule

1st Shift | Monday-Thursday | 5:00 AM - 3:00 AM + Overtime as Needed

Pay

Starting at $33.17-$46.63/hour (Based on Qualifications)
Signing Bonus: $1,500 (New hires only. Current employees are not eligible.)

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Production Supervisor who enjoys leading people, solving problems, and creating an environment where employees can succeed. This position is responsible for leading a production team while ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. You'll be a visible leader on the production floor—coaching employees, removing obstacles, improving processes, and helping your team achieve success. Our work supports the medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial manufacturing industries, where quality, consistency, and accountability matter every day.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop production employees.
• Assign work and adjust staffing to meet production schedules.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and labor performance.
• Conduct regular floor inspections to ensure quality and safety standards are maintained.
• Train new employees and support ongoing employee development.
• Enforce company policies and safety procedures.
• Promote a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Investigate production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain employee performance documentation and production records.
• Communicate production updates and operational concerns with management.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, Shipping, and other departments to improve efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What makes someone successful here

Successful supervisors lead by example. The people who excel in this role typically:

• Build trust while maintaining accountability.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully.
• Develop employees through coaching and feedback.
• Stay organized and prioritize effectively.
• Solve problems before they become larger issues.
• Make fair, consistent decisions.
• Adapt to changing production demands.
• Lead with professionalism, integrity, and a positive attitude.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing or production leadership experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and employee development skills.
• Experience managing production schedules, quality, and productivity.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to read blueprints and use basic measuring tools.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Dependable attendance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the United States, as required for certain customer and government-related work.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• College degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Metal finishing or plating industry experience.
• CEF/NASF Certification or willingness to obtain.
• HAZWOPER/Hazardous Waste Training.
• Forklift Certification.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.

Benefits

Medical & Insurance

• Two medical plan options, including one with a $0/week employee-only premium
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Pet Insurance
• Employer-paid NICE Healthcare & Virtual Care

Financial Benefits

• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Attendance Rewards
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Minnesota Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)
• Paid Work Anniversary Day

Additional Benefits

• Company Uniforms
• Safety Boot Program
• Prescription Safety Glasses
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Ongoing Leadership Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Security

This position operates within a secure manufacturing facility. All employees must adhere to strict security policies, including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.