Shift Supervisor

About the role

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader with strong bilingual communication skills? A&K Railroad Materials is looking for a Shift Supervisor with the leadership experience to oversee a team of 20+ production employees and keep a fast-paced manufacturing operation running safely, efficiently, and productively.

For more than 65 years, A&K Railroad Materials has been a trusted supplier of new and used railroad track materials across the United States. Our Kansas City facility manufactures specialized trackwork products supporting critical railroad infrastructure.

This is a true supervisory opportunity for a bilingual leader who has the experience to confidently direct employees, manage production priorities, address personnel concerns, and maintain high standards for safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise 20+ production employees while establishing clear expectations for safety, quality, productivity, attendance, and performance
• Assign employees to work areas and tasks based on production requirements, staffing, qualifications, and operational needs
• Monitor production, workflow, staffing, and productivity throughout the shift
• Coach employees, provide feedback, and address performance, attendance, and conduct concerns
• Communicate production delays, equipment issues, material shortages, and quality concerns to management
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Production, and other departments to keep operations moving
• Conduct or participate in shift meetings and maintain accurate production and employee documentation
• Ensure employees follow established procedures, safety requirements, and PPE standards
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a safe, professional production environment

Requirements

Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills are required.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in manufacturing, production, industrial, or a similar environment
• Experience leading and supervising a team of 20 or more employees
• Strong bilingual communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate expectations, provide direction, coach employees, and address workplace concerns
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Working knowledge of workplace safety practices and procedures
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete required documentation
• High school diploma or GED preferred

Preferred experience includes metal fabrication, machining, welding, railroad manufacturing, or other heavy industrial environments. Experience with CNC machines, mills, lathes, production metrics, scheduling, staffing, workflow management, or continuous improvement is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Career Advancement & Professional Development

Why Join A&K?

You'll join an established company with a 65+ year history and have the opportunity to grow with a manufacturing operation supporting America's railroad infrastructure.