Job Description

Production Line Supervisor – Direct Hire

Location: Stafford, TX 77477

Compensation: $90,000 annually

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Join a Growing Manufacturing Team

Openwork is partnering with an established manufacturing company to hire an experienced Production Line Supervisor . This direct-hire opportunity is ideal for a hands-on leader with strong manufacturing, production supervision, equipment troubleshooting, and team-development experience .

We're looking for someone who can lead by example while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, productivity, reliability, and accountability .

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to meet production, quality, safety, and delivery goals
• Manage production schedules, workflow, priorities, and performance
• Monitor production metrics and resolve issues affecting productivity
• Coach, mentor, evaluate, and develop production employees
• Set clear expectations and address performance concerns professionally
• Promote cross-training and develop future team leaders
• Troubleshoot production equipment and help minimize downtime
• Identify recurring equipment issues and support preventive maintenance
• Partner with Maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues
• Coordinate with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Maintenance, and Customer Service
• Improve workflow, efficiency, workstation organization, and equipment reliability
• Reduce waste, downtime, and unnecessary movement
• Support Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
• Maintain OSHA, safety, and quality standards
• Conduct safety observations and support quality investigations
• Promote a positive culture of teamwork, accountability, safety, and respect

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing experience
• Previous experience leading or supervising production teams
• Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills
• Experience supporting preventive maintenance programs
• Proven ability to improve productivity, quality, and operational performance
• Strong leadership, coaching, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to make effective decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, reliability, and accountability

Preferred Experience

• HVAC, sheet metal fabrication, industrial equipment, or machinery manufacturing
• CNC-controlled fabrication equipment
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen
• Welding, fabrication, or assembly
• ERP/MRP manufacturing systems
• Forklift certification

Manufacturing Equipment

Experience with the following is preferred but not required:

• Turmatic Flow Water Jet Systems
• Accurpress CNC Press Brakes
• AMADA fabrication equipment
• Copper tube bending machines
• Multi-Press hydraulic press systems
• Other sheet metal fabrication and assembly equipment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO and vacation
• Full-time, direct-hire opportunity
• Long-term leadership and career growth potential

About Openwork

Openwork has more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities.

Qualified manufacturing leaders are encouraged to apply for this Production Line Supervisor opportunity in Stafford, TX 77477 . For questions, contact Openwork at 713-977-8555 or visit Openwork .

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start

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