Job Description

General Job Description:

Job Overview  

The Production Supervisor oversees all second‑shift operations in the Enclosures Department, ensuring fabrication, welding, and assembly work is completed safely, efficiently, and to specification. This role  is responsible for leading the shift team, managing workflow, resolving production issues, and supporting continuous improvement to meet quality and production goals.  

Key Responsibilities  

Production Management  

• Lead and coordinate daily activities for assemblers, welders, and support personnel in the Enclosures Department.  

• Assign work based on skill level, work orders, and production priorities.  

• Monitor progress against daily, weekly, and monthly production goals; adjust workloads to maintain throughput.  

• Ensure proper setup, material staging, and readiness of welding and assembly workstations.  

Quality & Technical Oversight  

• Ensure team members follow blueprints, drawings, and work instructions accurately.  

• Verify assembly fit‑up, weld quality, and final component accuracy against specifications.  

• Support and coach employees on weld techniques, assembly methods, blueprint interpretation, and measurement accuracy.  

• Address defects promptly, coordinate rework, and collaborate with Quality  Control  as needed.  

Safety & Compliance  

• Enforce all safety policies, PPE requirements, crane/rigging protocols, and OSHA standards.  

• Promote a safety‑first culture; conduct safety checks and address unsafe behaviors and conditions immediately.  

• Ensure compliance with respirator requirements, environmental policies, and hazard‑communication standards.  

Team Leadership & Development  

• Train employees in welding, fit‑up, mechanical assembly, blueprint reading, and proper tool usage.  

• Provide coaching, corrective action, attendance management, and performance evaluations.  

• Encourage teamwork, effective communication, accountability, and continuous improvement.  

Administrative & Cross‑Functional Coordination  

• Review work orders, confirm material availability, and communicate needs to Purchasing, Engineering, and other departments.  

• Document production data, quality issues, safety observations, and employee performance notes.  

• Partner with Engineering to clarify drawings, specifications, or build issues.  

• Support shift‑to‑shift communication to ensure continuity of production.  

Schedule Requirements  

• Provide on‑site leadership for the full Second Shift, including start‑up, oversight, and end‑of‑shift reporting.  

• Maintain communication with first‑shift and other supervisors to ensure smooth shift handoffs.  

• Adjust schedule as needed to support production, staffing, quality, or safety needs.  

• Ensure adequate second‑shift coverage, including arranging coverage during absences.  

• Work  additional hours when  required to meet production goals or address shift‑critical issues.  

 

Specific Qualifications:

Required Qualifications  

• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a heavy manufacturing or industrial production environment (preferred).  
• Proven leadership ability, including directing teams, managing workflow, and resolving production issues.  
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, production drawings, and technical specifications.  
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.  
• Experience leading multi‑skill teams with diverse experience levels and technical backgrounds.  
• Competency with production‑related software, including documentation systems, digital work instructions, or manufacturing execution tools.  
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve Quality, Safety, and Production issues using structured problem‑solving.  
• Forklift experience is a plus.  
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.  

Company Overview:

Right to Work & Safety (Drug‑Free Workplace) 

Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the U.S. and adherence to OSHA safety policies. This position is classified as safety‑sensitive. The Company maintains a drug‑ and alcohol‑free workplace in accordance with Oklahoma law. Federal requirements may also apply.  

Why IES Infrastructure?

IES Infrastructure offers competitive salaries. But, if you make your employment decision based on salary only, you’re overlooking other significant factors – work environment and employee benefits. We offer a friendly, team-work environment with opportunities for continuous development and career advancement. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that provides real protection for you and your family.

• Health & dental insurance
• Group life & accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Company Paid Disability insurance (short and long-term)
• Vacation and holidays
• 401k

Company Culture

Commitment to Excellence  – Consistently exceeds expectations.
Honesty and Integrity  – Strive to do what is right and do what we say we will do.
Safety  – Create a safe working environment in all operating locations.
Respect -Honor the rights of all involved.
Communication – Communicate clearly and directly with all involved.
Employee Satisfaction  – Create employee opportunities for growth and development.
Innovation and Creativity  – Apply creative ingenuity to make us better, faster, and first.
Resiliency  – No obstacle will stop us from accomplishing our goals.
Teamwork  – Above all else, work together as one team and one group of professionals.

All positions require customer focus with a service-oriented attitude as well as attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changes in daily activities is essential. Ability to travel and work overtime/weekends, as needed, to meet customer and in-house demands. All applicants must pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening and must have a clean driving record.

Additional Data:

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EEO & Affirmative Action

The IES policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, or any other protected status or characteristic. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment, and also states that retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy will not be tolerated. IES is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. IES develops affirmative action programs to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company’s obligations as a contractor to the United States government.

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860-1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Work at office, Immediate start, All shifts, Shift work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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