Production Supervisor, Rolling & Finishing

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills in Pueblo, Colorado is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a highly skilled workforce in the production, rolling, processing, and finishing of steel products. This role ensures safe, efficient, and quality-driven operations while collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety teams to meet production goals and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead rail rolling and/or finishing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality rail products.
• Conduct shift safety meetings, perform safe job observations, and enforce compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Utilize LEAN Manufacturing tools and continuous improvement principles to improve safety, quality, productivity, yield, and throughput.
• Supervise, coach, train, and develop employees while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and engagement.
• Monitor daily production performance, manage delays, and coordinate corrective actions to meet operational targets.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, improve equipment reliability, and optimize process performance.
• Ensure compliance with product specifications, quality requirements, and heat traceability documentation.
• Schedule and manage workforce assignments to support production demands, employee training, and operational efficiency.
• Administer labor relations activities, including maintaining knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, issuing Improvement Action Reports (IARs), and processing grievances.
• Maintain KRONOS by reviewing, editing, and approving employee timecards daily, while ensuring accurate production and shift records.

Requirements

• Three years of steel manufacturing experience.
• One year of front-line supervisory or team leader experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge and experience with rolling of rail or special sections, sawing and gag press operations, process troubleshooting, and material flow logistics.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• Proven ability to professionally communicate, in written and verbal forms.
• Functional knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Proven ability to organize and motivate production teams for safe, high-quality results and maximum productivity.
• Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent (preferred).
• Three years of rail or special section finishing experience or rail rolling experience (preferred).
• Experience with database development, statistical process control, process control and automation technologies, and lean manufacturing principles (preferred).
• Experience with Oracle quality and production modules and Oracle 11i requisitioning (preferred).
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be available to be on call and assist personnel in times of emergency and business needs.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills to oversee and motivate teams effectively.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and operations to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and improve overall efficiency.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities to address challenges and improve processes.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and handle high-pressure situations.
• Knowledge of supply chain management and inventory control to optimize material flow.
• Proven track record of achieving operational goals and targets.
• Ability to professionally communicate both in writing and orally with all levels of personnel.

Pay

$90,000 - $105,000 per year.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities.
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost.
• Short and long-term disability programs.
• Competitive retirement plans.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options.
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays.
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program.