Production Process Supervisor, Heat Treat and Coating

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees.

Our founder, Barc Simpson established 9 Principles of Business we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures.

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YOU

As Production Process Supervisor, Heat Treat and Coatings, you will be responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations within our Heat Treat and Coatings department. This position is responsible for supervising production team members, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and maintaining efficient and cost-effective operations across your shift. You will bring a strong foundation in team leadership and continuous improvement methodologies, along with the ability to help develop and implement effective heat treatment and coating processes. This position will also be required to serve as a working supervisor during times when team members are out, such as during vacations, unplanned absences, or staffing shortages—by stepping in to directly support production activities as needed. 

For the night shift, there will be C Shift and D Shift:

• C Shift: 5:00pm – 5:30am (12-hour shifts)
  • Work Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday – 48 Hours (off Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)
• D Shift: 5:00pm – 5:30am (12-hour shifts)
  • Work Wednesday, Thursday, Friday – 36 Hours (off Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday)

The schedule alternates weekly:

• One week, C Shift works the days that D Shift has off, and vice versa.
• The following week, the shifts flip, with D Shift working the days that C Shift worked the previous week.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (% of Time)

You will be responsible for overseeing daily production and process operations, leading and developing team members, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency across all shifts.

Production & Process Oversight (45%)

• Supervise day-to-day production activities and provide clear directions to team members.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet internal and external specifications and standards.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
• Maintain equipment safety and ensure team members follow all safety guidelines.

Leadership & Communication (45%)

• Lead, coach, and train production staff; foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Conduct root cause analysis to resolve production issues and prevent recurrence.
• Monitor and support Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), quality, delivery, and productivity goals.
• Stay up to date on product specifications, technology, and manufacturing best practices.

Continuous Improvement (10%)

• Drive Lean Manufacturing and 6S initiatives across production areas.
• Identify and implement cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.
• Conduct time studies and maintain accurate labor and machine standards.

Other tasks as requested.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

If you can do everything listed above, you’ve got what it takes. Perhaps some of the following would be helpful too:

• 5 years’ experience in Leadership and/or Management role, required.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with heat treatment processes, preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 6S principles.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 Quality Systems and compliance practices.
• Basic understanding of PLC or HMI software preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Self-Management: Ability to display a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Team Player: Demonstrated ability to motivate and work with team members.  Must be able to connect, interface, a